Ultrasound Technologist-Part-Time - Physicians Office - Perinatal Center

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Ultrasound Technologist-2 Part-Time - Physicians Office - The Perinatal Center - St. Mary s Hospital - Richmond, VA

The ultrasound technologist performs ultrasound procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner. May be required to learn to scan vascular exams i.e., venous duplex scans. Will perform direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. Under the direction of Radiology leadership, the Ultrasound tech performs duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures in the use of ultrasound for the diagnosis of disease or pathology.

• Demonstrates knowledge of direct patient care by evaluating the patient, verifying patient , and related information to assure appropriate procedure is performed

• Explains procedure to patient; prepares patient for procedure by obtaining and recording patient history and consent form (if applicable)

• Ensures patient comfort, privacy, and safety during procedure; monitors condition of patient and medical equipment that may be disturbed due to the nature of exam and report changes to patient care services

• Documents sonographer s impressions and relays findings to physician

• Obtains and records images necessary to demonstrate normal and pathological findings; documents all pertinent information, e.g., lab values, patient histories; demonstrates and maintains clinical competency particularly related to patients who are: newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric as deemed necessary by designated facility

• Participates in performance improvement projects

• Assists department in achieving successful results in all federal and state and local agency audits.

• Participates in the education/instruction of students and the orientation of new staff.
  
  -high level disinfection probes per joint commission standards.

• Must use various ultrasound modalities dependent on the type of anatomy being examined.

• Must become proficient in recognizing cross-sectional anatomy and understanding of related technology.

• Demonstrates favorable guest relations and continues to promote values of the hospital in daily work performance.

• May also perform other related patient care duties

• Credentialed in Ultrasound technology by one of the following:
  American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or Sonographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (preferred, or must obtain within 2 years)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required prior to direct patient care)

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) in Abdomen, Breast, Obstetrics/Gynecology (preferred)

• Associates, America Medical Association (AMA) allied health training program in Ultrasound (preferred)

• 1 year experience as an Ultrasound Tech (preferred)

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)

• Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) (preferred)

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy…