What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasonographer Tech - Canton Potsdam Hospital position at Canton - Potsdam Hospital?
STATUS: Per Diem
LOCATION: Canton Potsdam Hospital
DEPARTMENT: Imaging
SCHEDULE: 7.5hr Variable Shifts
SUMMARY
Performs high quality Ultrasound imaging. Assists in the daily routines of the ultrasound department. Assists the RN and physician in the performance of interventional procedures. Responsible for the coordination and ongoing evaluation of the daily schedule in fitting in add on exams. Comply with the professional and ethical standards of the American Association of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
Canton-Potsdam Hospital is a warm and caring not-for-profit community healthcare facility that's certified for 94 beds. Our mission is to provide exceptional healthcare services to the community. Within our welcoming walls, you'll find a wide array of core programs in emergency medicine, acute care, hospitalist medicine, and critical care. But that's just the beginning. We're not just a hospital; we're a beacon of health and wellness in the North Country.
ATTRIBUTES
Must be a graduate of an accredited US program and be registered with ARDMS or Registry eligible. Must have current BLS.
Must be fluent in scanning all aspects of Ultrasound: (ie: OB/GYN/Breast/Venous/Arterial/Abdomen/Pelvis/Soft tissue/TV/Interventional procedures, etc)
Must be able to work holidays per hospital schedule
Must be able to work in a fast paced environment, work independently and lift 1/- 50lbs
Looking for candidate that embraces customer service and who can work with all facets of Healthcare providers.
REQUIRED: Minimally 1 year of US experience in a variety of US exams (OB, Venous, Arterial, Abdomen, Breast, Interventional procedures). This can include clinical experience obtained during US training.
PREFERRED: 2-3 years of experience in a variety of US exams
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide direct patient care in performing Ultrasound examinations.
Maintains departmental equipment by following OEM guidelines, reporting equipment failure or concerns to departmental Manager and Biomed
Follows P & P for infection control, universal precautions and isolation procedures when required. Reports any issues to departmental Manager.
Universal criteria: Participates in departmental performance improvement. Completes all required annual training and competencies.
Demonstrates responsibility for personal professional development by participating in CE requirements.
UNION:
1199-721 - LPN & Technical (CPH)Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligible
EDUCATION:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$38.20 - $56.28The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, Retirement PlanSalary : $38 - $56