Per Diem Ultrasonographer

**If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.****Requisition Number:**R-24284**Facility:**LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg RoadWeymouth, MA 02190**Department Name:**SSH Imaging Ultrasound**Status:**Part time**Budgeted Hours:**0**Shift:**Varied Shifts (United States of America)Performs ultrasound scanning procedures. Reports preliminary findings and diagnoses to the Radiologist. Takes anatomical pictures to demonstrate organs.**Compensation Pay Range:**$25.74 - $58.55**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS****1 - Receives and reviews requests for ultrasound studies on patients of all ages from child to geriatric.**a - Performs such exams as Abdominal Echoes, Renal, Aortic, Pelvic, Obstetrical and Biophysical Profiles, small parts to include breast, thyroid and scrotal exams.b - Able to assist radiologist with invasive procedures including biopsies and aspirations.c - Assist surgeons in OR with ultrasound guidance.**2 -** **Utilizes real-time transvaginal transducers.****3** - **Checks all images with the Radiologist.**a - Consults with the Radiologist about the reading or scans and reports.**4** - **Provides written, unofficial reports of examinations.****5** - **Takes representative anatomical pictures, recognizes normal versus abnormal anatomy, and exhibits knowledge of various pathological processes.****6** - **Marks images for proper definition and explanation.****7** - **Performs general clerical duties accurately, including but not limited to:**a - Greeting patients in a courteous manner consistent with the hospital's policy.b - Logs and checks in patients accurately and appropriately.c - Verifies information and exams performed. Updates and changes exam description to reflect actual exams performed. This assures the correct billing of patient accounts.d - Quality assures exams performed, to capture the technologist, the room utilized and the time utilized.e - Disposes of used linen and supplies in an appropriate manner.**8** - **Safety Awareness - Fosters a \"Culture of Safety\" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.**a - Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.b - Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.c - Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.d - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing, as observed by nurse manager and peers.e - Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.f - Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.g - Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.h - Adheres to universal precautions.i - Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.j - Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.**Technology and Learning**a - Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.b - Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.**JOB REQUIREMENTS****Minimum Education - Preferred**Prefer graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Program.**Minimum Work Experience**Need one to two (1-2) years to be fully proficient.**Required Licenses / Registrations**RDMS or eligible - Registry of Diagnostic Medical SonographersPer Diem, varied hours including days, evenings, and weekend. Minimum committment of two shifts/month when needed. Optional overnight call.**Responsibilities if Required:****Education if Required:****License/Registration/Certification Requirements:**Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registration Eligible - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) #J-18808-Ljbffr South Shore Health