Ultrasound Technologist-Per Diem-Day/Evening

Description


Position at Norwalk Hospital Association


At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what's possible for you and your career.

Norwalk Hospital is a 366-bed academic and community medical center serving Fairfield County, Connecticut, and the surrounding New York Metro area. We are a Level II Trauma Center and Joint Replacement Center of Excellence, and we provide advanced cancer, heart, and neuroscience care.


Our accolades include the following:

• The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
• Healthgrades - America's 50 Best Hospitals
• U.S. News & World Report - high performance in heart failure treatment

At Norwalk Hospital, we prioritize the health and well-being of our team, fostering a friendly and supportive culture where collaboration and compassion are at the heart of what we do. From the moment you step through our doors, you'll experience a sense of community that makes our hospital a truly special place to work. Our employees feel a deep connection here because we're not just part of the community - we are its center.


Summary:

To perform ultrasound procedures on patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.

Responsibilities:

1. Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria A: Performs scan of the appropriate, indicated area to obtain sonographic information Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria B: Reviews and/or records pertinent patient history, supportive clinical data and any previous imaging studies Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria C: Demonstrates anatomy through proper positioning and techniques and is knowledgeable of anatomical landmarks. Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria D: Presents sonographic findings and pertinent patient information to Radiologists for interpretation
2. Patient Care Criteria A: Technologist checks requests for ultrasound exam ordered and special instructions Patient Care Criteria B: Pleasantly greets, is courteous and cooperative to patients and their family members. Patient Care Criteria C: Explains procedures and ultrasound to the patient and gets consent forms signed, if needed. Patient Care Criteria D: Maintains patient confidentiality.
3. Patient records and paperwork. Criteria A: Records procedures complete. Patient records and paperwork. Criteria B: Checks for correct charges on requests. Patient records and paperwork. Criteria C: Properly annotates all images Patient records and paperwork. Criteria D: Checks that all the correct information is on the films.
4. Teaching/Education Criteria A: Keeps current on Ultrasound procedures and methodology with journals, seminars and video-taped learning programs. Teaching/Education Criteria B: Attends staff meetings and inservices. Teaching/Education Criteria C: Assists in orientation/training of Radiology Residents in ultrasound equipment and procedures Teaching/Education Criteria D: Maintains registry from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
5. Safety Criteria A: Uses universal precautions at all times. Safety Criteria B: Uses proper sterile technique when it applies. Safety Criteria C: Lifts patients in a safely manner. Safety Criteria D: Uses proper techniques when sterilizing equipment
6. Response to emergencies and assistance. Criteria A: Responds quickly and effectively in the event of a medical emergency or problems that arise. Response to emergencies and assistance. Criteria B: Has knowledge of emergency equipment and their locations. Response to emergencies and assistance. Criteria C: Able to recognize when a patient needs medical assistance.
7. Stocking and inventory Criteria A: Assists in keeping ultrasound area stocked with necessary items
8. Equipment functionality Criteria A: Performs visual inspection of equipment and reports any malfunctions Equipment functionality Criteria B: Assesses film quality and reports any deviations from normal quality
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
10. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

Education Skills Experience:

HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT

Other Information:

Required: Graduation from an accredited ultrasound program.
Minimum Experience: zero to six months
Desired: ARDMS Registered or must become registered within 1 year of hire. Certification by the ARDMS plus 3 years experience in ultrasound preferred.

Working Conditions:

Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Norwalk Hospital Association

Org Unit: 409

Department: Ultrasound

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $36.53 - $67.90 Hourly

With strong hearts and open minds, we're pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Nuvance Health!