Ultrasound Technologist- PRN

Ultrasound Technologist- PRN-(240002H7)

Description

Perform high quality Diagnostic Ultrasound exams while providing excellent patient care.

PRN- As Needed

Qualifications

Required Licenses and Certifications

A.R.D.M.S. registration required (Required)

Functional Accountabilities

Ultrasound Scanning

• Demonstrate working knowledge of all diagnostic ultrasound equipment and related components.
• Produce high quality ultrasound scans via appropriate choice of transducer, scale, focal zones, and gain. Scale.
• Possess excellent knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and ultrasound pathology and document such.
• Assist radiologists with interventional procedures as directed.
• Perform all exams in a timely and efficient manner .

Quality Control

• Identify each image with proper and permanent patient data.
• Follow correct procedures regarding warm-up, use and shut down of equipment.
• Check paperwork, film jackets and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and complete RIS assignments immediately following exam.
• Maintain cleanliness of exams rooms and equipment.

Patient Care

• Assure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam.
• Explain exam to patients / parents.
• Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment time and accommodate stat or add-on requests.
• Communicate with patient throughout the exam and release patient / parent with appropriate follow-up info.
• Cooperative and willing to assist when asked to travel to a CH-affiliated site

Clinical Safety

• Adhere to all OSHA regulations.
• Keep acoustic power within acceptable limits.
• Practice personal radiation safety within the department.
• Immediately report equipment malfunctions to engineer & complete appropriate paperwork.

Safety

• Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
• Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
• Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
• Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
• Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
• Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Organizational Accountabilities

Professional Development

• Maintain A.R.D.M.S. certification.
• Biennially update CPR certification.
• Complete mandatory annual reviews.
• Attend seminars and in-services.

Organizational Commitment / Identification

• Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
• Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
• Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
• Maintain confidentiality at all times

Customer Service

Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met

Teamwork / Communication

• Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
• Partner with all team members to achieve goals
• Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions

Performance Improvement / Problem-solving

• Contribute to a positive work environment
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
• Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment

Cost Management / Financial Responsibility

• Use resources efficiently
• Search for less costly ways of doing things

Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)

Organizational Commitment / Identification

Teamwork / Communication

Performance Improvement / Problem-solving

Cost Management / Financial Responsibility

Safety

Primary Location

District of Columbia-Washington

Work Locations

CN Hospital (Main Campus)111 Michigan Avenue NWWashington20010

Allied Health

Organization

COE Hospital-Based SpecliatiesPosition Status : R (Regular)-O - PRNShift : VariableWork Schedule : PRN

Job Posting

Sep 11, 2024, 3 : 16 : 49 PM

Full-Time Salary Range

87838.4-174200