Ultrasound Sonographer | Part-Time

Acute Ultrasound Technologist IIApply: Banner Baywood Med Ctr (6644 E Baywood Ave): Part time: Posted Today: R4456405**Primary City/State:**Mesa, Arizona**Department Name:**Ultrasound - Hosp**Work Shift:**Day**Job Category:**Clinical CareGreat careers are built at Banner Health. Location:Banner Baywood Medical Center & Banner Heart Hospital - 6644 E Baywood Avenue, Mesa AZ **Schedule:** **Part-time | Sunday (5:00 AM - 5:30 PM), Monday and Tuesday (8:30a-2:30p). Mandatory call and holiday coverage required.** Banner Baywood Medical Center and Banner Heart Hospital are seeking a skilled, part-time Registered Ultrasound Technologist (RDMS and RVT). This role requires clinical knowledge typically gained through a minimum of one year of hands-on scanning experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to analyze data, and effective problem-solving capabilities.Day to day: This position provides general and vascular services across outpatient, inpatient, ED and procedural settings, performing prescribed procedures in accordance with department, facility, and organizational policies, protocols, and standards of care.Banner Baywood Medical Center is a 342 bed hospital serving the health care needs of the dynamic and growing East Valley communities of metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona. We provide complete acute care services and outpatient services to include but not limited to cancer, stroke, women's health, rehabilitation, emergency medicine and surgery. Our Emergency Department treats a variety of ailments and offers advanced treatment areas, with 68 beds, seeing over 50,000 patients per year. We are certified as pediatric prepared as well as designated as a Trauma level 3 emergency room. In addition, our comprehensive orthopedic unit is one of the nation’s premier orthopedic programs. The unit's commitment to excellent patient care has earned a 4 STAR rating by CMS and repeated recognition as having one of the Top 100 Orthopedic Programs in the U.S. by The Health Network and HCIA, Inc. Because we are also a leader in neurological medicine, people throughout Arizona come to us when they need treatment for conditions of the brain, spine and nervous system.Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures for 2 Ultrasound certifications.Adheres to established protocols and provides all pertinent patient information utilized by Radiologist for complete dictation. Uses independent judgement and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures for all ultrasound exams. Scanning competencies should include all patient ages, acuity levels and classes, independently and without quality issues. Performs problem solving, triages orders and effectively communicates findings with Radiologist. Produces efficient images with high quality output. Performs ultrasound guided procedures and works closely with radiologist or provider. Fosters teamwork, ensures efficient use of resources and advocates for quality patient outcomes which aid in diagnosis and care plan. Serves as a subject matter expert within their 2 registries. May present at team meetings and/or participate in other opportunities to improve quality. Performs quality control checks on images and equipment as requested. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Performs troubleshooting as needed and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Facilitates and follows up on repairs and maintenance as needed on equipment and supplies. Adheres to safety policies. Consistently documents findings in a professional and clear manner. Captures high quality images in the standardized format. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable and in accordance with established policies. May serve as a preceptor to train new staff. Accountable for the ethical, legal, professional and certification responsibilities related to the practice. Helps facilitate efficient workflows in the department through patient triage and prioritization. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to facilitate uninterrupted services. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients, and family membersMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Requires national certification in two areas of specialty from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, ability to analyze data and solve problems. J-18808-Ljbffr Banner Health