Ultrasound Technologist I - FTDaysMed Center

At Houston Methodist the UltrasoundTechnologist I position completes a variety of routine diagnosticultrasound procedures to include common and special ultrasoundexams of moderate complexity.

This position provides directassistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special ultrasoundprocedures. This Ultrasound Technologist I position deliversexceptional patient care and adheres to ultrasound exam standardsand guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimalpatient safety and customer service.

This position is a member ofthe direct patient care team.

PEOPLEESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Promotesa positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic teamfocused work unit that actively helps one another to achieveoptimal department results.

Collaborates with all members of thepatient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinentpatient care information and data in a comprehensivemanner.

• Uses peertopeeraccountability towards department goals for retention and employeeengagement.
• Communicateseffectively with others to facilitate providing the highest qualityservice during every customer and patientencounter.

SERVICEESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performsdiagnostic ultrasound procedures to include common and specialultrasound exams. Ultrasound exams use highfrequency sound waves tocaptureimages.
• Proactivelyassesses identifies and responds to the needs of the patient foradjustment or intervention to optimize patient care image qualityand patient experience.

This includes : positioning physiologyprocedure preparation and technical factors. Modifies technicalfactors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizescomplications and limitations associated with certainprocedures.

• Providesdirect assistance to physicians during diagnostic or specialprocedures including assisting with steriletechnique.
• Providesaccurate explanations and instructions to patients and familymembers at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and nonverbalskills terminology andlanguage.

QUALITY / SAFETYESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Followssafety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures regularlypractices aseptic techniques and ensures compliance with infectioncontrol procedures.

Complies with job role department and hospitalsafety standards practices andpolicies.

Reports nearmisses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patientsafety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.

Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvementactivities and contributes to meeting department and hospitaltargets for quality andsafety.

Performs dailyimaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imagingequipment is in safe working order prior to use.

Reports anymalfunctions to management and regularly practices preventivemaintenance procedures; calls for service ifneeded.

Utilizes criticalthinking skills to observe and proactively address patientreactions (i.e. medications) or potential outcomes and obtainsassistance asappropriate.

FINANCEESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Providesaccurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enterscharges at the time service isdelivered.
• Uses resourcesefficiently; does not waste supplies. Selfmotivated toindependently manage time effectively and prioritize dailytasks.

GROWTH / INNOVATIONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participates indepartment projects or shared governance activities. Assumesresponsibility for growth and development by participating ininservices programs and continuingeducation.
• Seeksopportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies witha focus on continual development as aTechnologist.

This job descriptionis not intended to be allinclusive; the employee will also performother reasonably related business / job duties as assigned.

HoustonMethodist reserves the right to revise job duties andresponsibilities as the needarises.

EDUCATION

Graduateof education program approved by the credentialing body for therequired credential(s) indicated below in the CertificationsLicenses and Registrationssection.

WORKEXPERIENCE

None

LICENSESAND CERTIFICATIONSREQUIRED

• RDMSOB RegisteredDiagnostic Medical Sonographer OB / GYN (ARDMS) OR
• RDMSAB RegisteredDiagnostic Medical Sonographer Abdomen (ARDMS) OR
• RDMSBR RegisteredDiagnostic Medical Sonographer Breast (ARDMS) Breast (BR)credential earned prior to June 30 2010 will be accepted asreferenced in ACR guidelines OR
• ARRTSON RadiologicTechnologist Sonography (ARRT) AND
• NOTE : If functioningsolely as a Breast Ultrasound Tech then either one of the abovecredentials or American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (ARDMSBR) or Breast (BR) credential earned prior to June 30 2010 will beaccepted as referenced in American College of Radiology guidelines;

must obtain American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography Breast(ARDMS BR) registry by the end of the month following 18 months ofhire / transfer date if does not already have AND

BLS Basic Life Support(AHA)

KNOWLEDGESKILLS ANDABILITIES

• Demonstrates theskills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assignedjob determined through ongoing skills competency assessments andperformanceevaluations
• Sufficientproficiency in speaking reading and writing the English languagenecessary to perform the essential functions of this job especiallywith regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety orsecurity
• Ability toeffectively communicate with patients physicians family members andcoworkers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus andapplication of positive languageprinciples
• Possesses basiccomputer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to includeHospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software tomaintain patient and examdocuments.
• Exhibits stronginterpersonal and team player skills with all levels of thehealthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer serviceto all patients visitors physicians andcoworkers.
• Adapts tomultiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision includingorganizing work flow and actively participating inproblemsolving.

SUPPLEMENTALREQUIREMENTS

WORKATTIRE

• UniformNo
• Scrubs Yes
• Businessprofessional No
• Other (department approved)Yes

ONCALL*

• Notethat employees may be required to be oncall during emergencies (ie.DIsaster Severe Weather Events etc) regardless of selectionbelow.
• On Call*Yes

TRAVEL

Travelspecifications may vary bydepartment

• May requiretravel within the Houston Metropolitan areaYes
• May require travel outside HoustonMetropolitan areaYes

CompanyProfile :

Houston MethodistHospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1hospital in Texas (twoway tie) and one of Americas Best Hospitals.

As a fullservice acutecare hospital located in the Texas MedicalCenter and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist it hasevolved into one of the nations largest nonprofit teachinghospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with acomprehensive residency program.

Two of Houston Methodists primaryacademic affiliates are among the nations leading health careorganizations : Weill Cornell Medicine and New YorkPresbyterianHospital.

Houston Methodist also has affiliations with TexasA&M University and the University of Houston. With 948operating beds 85 operating rooms and more than 8400 employeesHouston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousandsof patients from around the world.

HoustonMethodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of womenminorities disabled persons andveterans.

Equal EmploymentOpportunity

Houston Methodist isan Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employmentopportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodistis firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage indiscrimination against or harassment of any person employed orseeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of racecolor religion sex sexual orientation gender identity nationalorigin age disability status as a protected veteran or othercharacteristics protected by law.

VEVRAA Federal Contractorpriority referral Protected Veteransrequested.