US, Ultrasound Technologist Registered - Texarkana - Full Time

CHRISTUS Health; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Registered Ultrasound Technologist to join their dedicated team. This role involves applying medical ultrasound per doctor's orders, ensuring patient care aligns with the organization's values. The technologist will operate ultrasound equipment, assist in invasive procedures, and document all necessary information accurately. With a focus on patient assessment and treatment, this position offers the opportunity to make a real impact on patient care. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technology program required.
• Minimum 1-year scanning experience in various ultrasound types preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality ultrasound procedures under minimal supervision.
• Assist Radiologist with invasive biopsy procedures using ultrasound.

Skills

Ultrasound Imaging

Patient Assessment

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Communication Skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

PACS

Job description

Summary:

The Registered Ultrasound Technologist will apply medical ultrasound to the patient in accordance with a doctor's order and works within the scope of practice as defined by the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography and American Society Radiologic Technologists. This role must be able to handle the movement, set-up, and operation of medical ultrasound equipment. The technologist must be able to handle all patients according to their needs. This position takes direction from the Radiology Medical Director and understands patient assessment and treatment procedures as outlined by policy. The role provides patient assessment information to the Radiologist as needed. The technologist is trained in Basic Life Support and provides it when asked to do so. The position has the responsibility to appropriately document procedural information in the patient's medical record including PACS. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Performs a variety of high-quality ultrasound procedures under minimal supervision utilizing diagnostic ultrasound imaging equipment.
• Documents calibration procedures for individual imaging equipment.
• Coordinates, organizes, plans, and makes quick decisions on emergent cases; evaluates and acts to maintain efficiency and maximize productivity.
• Assists the Radiologist in performing invasive biopsy procedures using the Ultrasound system to pinpoint exact anatomical location(s) of a specified diseased area for specimen evaluation and diagnosis.
• Ensures that all procedures are accurately charged and sees to all charges being turned in at the end of the day for correct billing.
• Ensures that the Ultrasound room is adequately supplied, checks equipment and computer status for readiness, reports any problems that could change the workflow, and ensures corrective actions are taken to maintain workflow continuity.
• Must be able to perform all tasks, as listed but not limited to nor excluding any and all tasks as deemed necessary or recommended by the associate’s immediate supervisor or manager on duty.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of Christus Health.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required.

Experience

• Minimum 1-year scanning experience in Abdomen, OB/GYN, Vascular, and Breast Ultrasound preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• ARDMS or ARRT/Sonography certification in Abdomen required within one year.
• LRST/ARRT Radiologic Technology License preferred.
• Certification in OB/GYN or Breast preferred.
• BLS required.

Work Schedule:

TBD

Work Type:

Full Time