Job Description

Ultrasound Tech (OB/GYN, Per Diem)(SEIU)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Ultrasound Supervisor, the Ultrasound Technologist provides skill and initiative to the department mission through interactions with staff, Supervisor and others as necessary. Primary duties are to work as a Technologist on either East Newton or Harrison Avenue campus while also implementing policy and procedures as determined necessary through Supervisor and Radiology Administrative Director.

Position: Ultrasound Tech

Department: OB/GYN

Schedule: Per Diem (SEIU)

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• Performs a wide variety of exams as required and necessary for proper departmental workflow. Assists physicians during sterile invasive procedures, i.e. biopsies, aspirations, thoracenteses, intraoperative etc.
• Prepares exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infection control, sterilization, and patient safety protocols.
• Completes exams in a timely fashion while providing quality scans for Radiology and outside departments.
• Prepares patient for exams as required and ensures patient comfort and modesty at all times.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety of the patient during the sonographic exam.
• Follows all departmental established and appropriate policies and procedures as required.
• Sets up equipment as necessary and uses proper patient positioning and technique to ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Performs duties as required in all areas of the department to include all campuses and either within Ultrasound or outside when appropriate.
• Works schedules as required through regularly scheduled hours or overtime as required for department needs.
• Performs appropriate studies as determined through policy and procedure.
• Works through radiologist requirements to provide appropriate views and films.
• Provides service and care to patients of all ages.
• Maintains equipment through interaction with management and department service vendors.
• Follows all high level disinfection policies and procedures.
• Performs patient focused customer service and ensures standards are met.
• Communicates with the patient in a manner appropriate to the patient’s ability to understand.
• Treats patients and fellow staff with dignity and respect and reports any/all problems to manager.
• Accommodates patient needs and staffing needs through flexibility in scheduling.
• Monitors patient conditions and facilitates the best course of action as necessary.
• Competently operates all electronic systems, such as PACS, RIS, Epic and others.
• Ensures that all required documentation is properly performed.
• Utilizes hospital's Values as the basis for decision-making.
• Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned or necessary.

Must adhere to all of BMC’s RESPECT behavioral standards.

EDUCATION:

Associate's degree (or equivalent from two-year college) or certificate program in diagnostic medical sonography must be obtained prior to hire.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) (OB or AB or RVT). Accreditation must be attained prior to hire except for OB/GYN (one year to obtain accreditation).

EXPERIENCE:

Experience in related clinical area is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Work requires knowledge of principles and procedures of Ultrasound and the operation and maintenance of Ultrasound equipment. Work requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients, coworkers, students, and physicians.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The ultrasound department requires 24/7 coverage so on occasion staff may need to be mandated to work overtime or to cover other shifts.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

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