Ultrasound Technologist-Registered- CMH Ultrasound

• Department: Ultrasound - CMH

• Entity: Peoria Service Area

• Job Category:

• Employment Type: Full - Time

• Job ID: 34131

• Experience Required: None

• Education Required: Associates Degree

• Shift: Night

• Location: Peoria, IL

• Usual Schedule: Three 12 hour rotating shifts

• On Call Requirements: rotation

• Work Location: Methodist Medical Center

• Weekend Requirements: rotation

• Holiday Requirements: rotation

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  Position Summary:

• Sign on Bonus Available!

• Relocation Bonus (if moving from 50+ mi away)

• Referral Bonuses (once hired)

• Shift & Weekend Differentials available.

• Benefits available from day 1 for qualified employees.

• Performs routine and specialized examinations in Ultrasound.

• Adapts procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic results.

• Utilizes independent judgment to adjust ultrasound procedures for specific diagnostic outcomes.

• Prepares patients for ultrasound examinations, ensuring their comfort and safety.

• Positions patients appropriately to obtain accurate ultrasound images.

• Operates ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images.

• Collaborates with the radiology team and radiologist to interpret and communicate ultrasound findings.

• Maintains accurate and detailed records of ultrasound procedures and patient information.

• Stays updated with the latest advancements in ultrasound technology and techniques.

• Adheres to safety protocols and regulatory guidelines during ultrasound examinations.

  Qualifications:

  EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Associate's Degree in In the field of Ultrasound. CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Must have proof of an ARDMS registry upon hire and Basic Life Support (BLS) within 3 months. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position

• Work may occasionally require travel to other Carle facilities

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Basic reading, writing, oral English skills AccountabilityMulticultural sensitivityCustomer/patient focusedBasic computer knowledgeCritical thinking skills using independent judgement in making decisionsAbility to respond appropriately to customer/co-workerInteraction with a wide variety of peopleMaintain confidential informationAbility to communicate only the facts to recipients or to decline to reveal informationAbility to project a professional, friendly, helpful demeanor.

Essential Functions:

• Clinical Excellence/Patient CarePerforms ultrasound procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages* Exhibits competency in performing ultrasound procedures* Images required views demonstrating appropriate anatomy and pathology* Knowledgeable of catheters, biopsy instruments and sterile trays and prepares these items as necessary* Obtains accurate histories and explains rationale for procedure to patients/families* Enhances image quality through the use of appropriate transducers and machine settings* Evaluates the finished images to ensure diagnostic exams are being submitted to the radiologists* Maintains quality care throughout the procedure* Assess the abdominal arterial & venous system using color imaging

• Clinical ExcellenceMaintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function in all areas of ultrasound.* All ultrasound equipment within the Medical Imaging Ultrasound department * Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware and software* Performs reasonable trouble shooting* Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels & documents on board for all staff notification* Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that room* Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels* Invasive Procedures* Able to document area of concern* Set up trays with sterile field for radiologist* Assists radiologist with biopsy* Orders labs and pathology tests under the direction of a radiologist

• Relationship BuildingPerforms support functions of the Medical Imaging department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met and assumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students.* Promptly processes images and paperwork to ensure timely turn around in providing a report to the physician's office* Fills out all appropriate paperwork to facilitate timely and accurate reporting* Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care* Promptly and accurately enters patient information into HIS system to ensure efficient patient throughput* Maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programs* Shares knowledge and guides fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and procedures* Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating productive learning environment.

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