Job Posting
Ultrasound Tech (PRN)
HOURS: 8am-8pm, Days vary.
Registered preferred.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Registered Ultrasound Echo Technologist performs high-quality diagnostic ultrasound and echocardiographic examinations to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. This position provides compassionate, patient-centered care while ensuring accurate image acquisition, maintaining equipment, and adhering to professional standards, hospital policies, and applicable state and federal regulations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations in accordance with physician orders and departmental protocols.
• Perform transthoracic echocardiograms and other cardiac ultrasound procedures within the scope of practice.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic images and measurements for physician interpretation.
• Verify patient identity and review physician orders before examinations.
• Explain procedures and prepare patients for testing.
• Assesses patient history and identify clinical indications relevant to the examination.
• Recognize normal and abnormal anatomy and promptly communicate urgent findings according to hospital policy.
• Document examination findings accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) and imaging systems.
• Maintain ultrasound and echocardiography equipment and report equipment issues promptly.
• Assist physicians with ultrasound-guided procedures as appropriate.
• Maintain infection prevention and control practices.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
• Participate in weekends, holidays, evening, and on-call rotations as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work in designated time.
• Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean.
EDUCATION:
• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Cardiovascular Technology program.
• Requires 5 basic units of DCH education units per year.
EXPERIENCE:
• One year of ultrasound or echocardiology experience preferred.
• New graduates with applicable registry credentials may be considered.
• Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, & CERTIFICATIONS:
• Current Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or
• Current Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ARDMS, or
• Current Registered Cardio Sonographer (RCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), depending on the services performed
• ARRT and/or ARDMS certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Dodge County Hospital Is An Equal Opportunity Employer:
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Dodge County Hospital will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Dodge County Hospital does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or any other classification in accordance with federal, state and local statutes, regulations and ordinances.
Additional Information
Position Type : Pool/PRN/Per Diem
Shift : Other
Contact Information
Penny Brown - Director of Human Resources
Human Resources
Email: pennybrown@dodgecountyhospital.com
Phone: 478-448-4105 |
