Ultrasound Tech sonographer R40516

Req#: R40516 | Category(s):
Allied Health Clinical Professional, Radiology/Imaging | Full Time / Part Time:
Per Diem | Shift: First

Note:

The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range.

Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

$33.67 – $40.23 – $49.37

We are an 85-bed acute care community hospital in Westfield, Massachusetts. We provide access to the world-class doctors, treatments, diagnostics, and technology of the Baystate Health network. Our team members, including skilled, compassionate nurses and medical support staff members, provide advanced and compassionate care.

Under the supervision of the Radiologist and according to established policies and procedures, operates imaging equipment as required to obtain diagnostic images according to Radiologist specifications; will assist the Radiologist in procedures as required. Responsible for coordinating patient flow, operating all systems for routine, specialty and research studies, supporting protocol development, and performing all duties related to scanning and image processing for their assigned specialty.

Consistently follows proper patient screening/care protocols and provides accurate documentation associated with each exam while supporting expedited patient throughput and diagnosis.

• Demonstrates excellent customer service through positive patient experience; promotes positive interdepartmental communications and relationships; maintains confidentiality.
• With guidance and supervision from the lead sonographer, operate ultrasound equipment, adjust controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other test specifications to obtain medical diagnosis through the use of appropriate acoustical parameters and in accordance with accepted protocols. Perform technical procedures which may include abdominal, OB/GYN, trans-vaginal, trans-rectal, scrotal, thyroid, breast and vascular.
• Maintains knowledge of procedures/protocols and applies knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and is able to identify pathology within scope of practice to obtain necessary diagnostic information. Responsible for independent and proficient operation of all assigned imaging equipment in area of specialty to provide the best image outcomes in a proficient and time-sensitive manner.
• Properly identifies patient information using two patient identifiers and complies with National Patient Safety Goals standards. Performs procedures as outlined including but not limited to routine, specialized, emergency and urgent imaging procedures. Responsible for providing accurate, high quality exams.
• Maintains operational communication with Supervisor/Manager; shares information and follows through with assigned tasks.
• Works as a member of the health care team including physicians, nurses and other health care professionals in diagnostic testing.
• Operates and maintains exam room and equipment: evaluates equipment problems and takes appropriate action to expedite necessary service or repair. Demonstrates knowledge/understanding in effectively operating all equipment. Performs quality checks on equipment in accordance with departmental procedures. Keeps work areas stocked with appropriate supplies. Keeps all imaging rooms neat and clean. Ensures supplies in work area are not damaged or outdated.
  
  Discards waste in appropriate waste containers according to established procedures.
• Recognizes examination findings that may require immediate clinical response and notifies the radiologist (example: critical test results) and verifies timely transfer of images to the PACS system.
• Assures ongoing compliance with JC, MQSA and ACR regulatory and DPH/CMS requirements. Participates in departmental quality assurance activities. Supports QC activities in…