What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Technologist II - Imaging - FT position at Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System?
A brief summary of what's ahead
Location:
Hutchinson Regional Medical CenterFull Time Equivalent (FTE):
1Job position summary:
Performs ultrasound studies according to established protocols or physicians’ special instructions.The benefits have never been more rewarding. Here are a few things we offer:
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Holiday premium pay
Shift and weekend differential pay
401k with a 6% employer match
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Employee assistance program
Here is a look at the full job description:
Ultrasound Technologist II - Imaging - FTEssential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
- Performs studies accurately and efficiently in an effort to meet established turn-around times. Prepares reports for physician interpretation and ensures quality images are available for interpreting physician.
- Provides age appropriate care, anticipates patient/family needs, comfort and safety and assists with exceeding customer expectations.
- Experience performing abdominal, obstetrical, gynecological, pediatric, small parts and vascular studies
- Participates with patient transportation.
- Assists with regulatory/accrediting agencies to insure departmental compliance.
- Performs department surveys and quality control on equipment and reports variances for service.
- Responds to on-call coverage in a professional manner and available in 1 hour.
- Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
- Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.
General Responsibilities:
Perform other duties as assigned.
People Management Responsibilities:
Does this position have people management responsibilities?:
Yes No
“Yes” indicates that this position entails overseeing and guiding team members, encompassing employment decisions and/or suggestions, as well as conducting formal performance assessments.
"No" indicates that this position does not involve managing team members.
Minimum Qualifications :
Required Education and Experience
- Associates degree from a two-year college or technical school in Ultrasound or higher.
Required License/Certifications/Registrations
- Must be a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).
- Must be a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), (VS) Vascular Sonographer
- Must also be credentialed in at least one of the following: (AB) Abdomen, (OB/GYN) Obstetrical.
- Current BLS card within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first. Acceptable courses are American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Education and Experience
- 2 years clinical experience post-graduation
Preferred License/Certifications/Registrations
- none
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
- Thorough knowledge of Ultrasound diagnostic techniques, treatment and education.
- Strong skills in using software such as Excel, Word, EMR Systems, etc.
- Medical terminology.
- Superb organization skills, follow-through and attention to detail
Physical Requirements:
With or without accommodation.
- Light Work: Occasionally exerting up to 25 lbs - frequently exerting up to 10 lbs. 11-25% of the day may be standing or walking.
We provide equal employment opportunities
Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.
We participate in E-Verify
We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before we can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. We will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed form I-9.