Diagnostic Med Sonographer - Full Time, Days - SIGN-ON BONUS $40,000

Ultrasound Technologist Position

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Under the supervision of the Ultrasound Manager and/or Chief Technologist, performs a wide variety of technical and professional duties utilizing complex imaging equipment to produce quality Ultrasound images as requested for subsequent interpretation by the radiologist. All duties are performed in accordance with departmental and organizational policies and procedures. Promotes service excellence in all interactions as outlined in the Key Behaviors in the YNHH Core Success Factors. To meet the staffing needs of the department, as necessary, Diagnostic Radiology staff may be assigned at any of the YNHH Diagnostic Radiology locations, regardless of your regularly assigned work location. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

1. Performs quality and efficient ultrasound exams in order to assist with a patient's diagnostic work-up

• Follows routine protocols and/or physicians specific prescriptions. Repeat of examinations due to non-compliance or poor quality is minimal as observed by manager / supervisor or physician review.

2. Provides accurate and compassionate patient care in order to ensure service excellence, patient cooperation, safety, and satisfaction.

• Identifies patients and exams accurately 100% of the time according to departmental policy as observed by supervisor or other hospital staff.

3. Performs various record-keeping tasks in order to ensure department goals are met, medical record documentation accuracy, and daily operations run smoothly and efficiently.

• Demonstrates a mastery of end user computer skills of the RIS (Imagecast, VIP, Synapse, Syngo Dynamics, Event Reporting) by accurately and independently performing related tasks such as exam scheduling, completion, document scanning etc.

4. Participates in various learning opportunities in order to further personal knowledge/skills and assists with teaching or training others.

• Proactively seeks opportunities to further one's career, knowledge, and expertise through job related seminars, IFE courses, advanced degrees/certifications, or membership in professional societies, etc.

5. Employee follows established safety precautions and procedures in the performance of all duties in order to ensure a safe environment.

• Operates equipment and performs job related duties in a safe manner, following policies and procedures, to minimize risk of injury to patients. Demonstrates an understanding of body mechanics and use of patient lifting devices when appropriate.

6. Staff will conduct themselves by the YNHHS Standards of Professional Behavior

• Staff will practice the YNHHS Standards of Professional Behavior with all patient and visitor encounters. Staff will present themselves in a friendly and courteous manor Staff will identify themselves and their role while encouraging a Patient and Family Center experience. Staff will fully explain procedure and ask if the patient has any additional questions about the procedure. Staff will address any comfort issues a patient may have prior to starting procedure. Staff will thank patient once procedure is completed and ask the patient if they have any additional questions. Staff will conduct themselves by the YNHHS Standards of Professional Behavior with all interactions with all permanent, temporary and contracted employees of the YNNHS. Staff will communicate with each other in a professional manner with any and all interactions, Staff will maintain composure with any and all interactions. Staff will refer to Management when a conflict cannot be resolved among coworkers.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrated technical skills to meet entry level standards of routine sonography.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

Proficient in routine ultrasound imaging techniques, above average knowledge of computer / Pacs applications, good organizational and communication/customer service skills.

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Must meet the performance expectations as defined in the Sonographer 1 position description. Performance and competency will be assessed continually and reviewed annually by supervisor /manager. Any areas that are determined to be unsatisfactory will require additional training and re-evaluation within 90 days.

COMPLEXITY:

In personal and job-related decisions and actions, consistently demonstrates the values of integrity (doing the right thing), patient-centered (putting patients and families first), respect (valuing all people and embracing all differences), accountability (being responsible and taking action), and compassion (being empathetic). Demonstrates planning and decision making skills necessary to manage a busy patient schedule with minimal assistance and utilize ultrasound equipment with critical thinking skills to perform exams efficiently. Works well in a team environment. Active participant in clinical research, in-service education, teaching, and training of new staff and students.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Active, current ARDMS certification. Within six (6) months of hire - Abdomen certification. CPR certification is preferred. (OB) also desirable. CPR certification also preferred.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMAND:

Must be able to lift (patient transfers) and push 40 lbs (portable US equipment).