Ultrasound Tech I

Ultrasound Tech Radiology Diagnostic

PRN/OCC Variable Hours & Shifts

Covenant Health is the regions top performing healthcare network. Each of our more than 10000 employees physicians and volunteers are unified by one covenant: to put our patients first every day to strive for excellence in everything we do and to make Covenant Health the first and best choice in our region

Cumberland Medical Center is a 189-bed hospital in Crossville Tennessee with more than 650 employees and 175 active physicians. It offers a full range of specialty services including cardiology gastroenterology surgery orthopedics maternity services cancer care and advanced wound care.

• • Emergency Department: 24 emergency beds
  • Intensive Care Unit (ICU): 12 ICU beds
  • Labor & Delivery: 12 LDRP suites
  • Med/Surg: 37 beds
    
  • Surgery: 9 operating room surgery suites
  • Telemetry 37 beds
    

Fully accredited by the Joint Commission Cumberland Medical Center is an acute care hospital offering all private patient rooms as well as specialized services not usually found in the rural medical system.

For seriously ill patients advanced medical and surgical care is provided at CMC including telemetry monitored beds and an intensive care unit. Additionally Cumberland Medical Center offers an outpatient imaging center same day surgery unit cardiac and pulmonary rehab programs a sleep disorder center breast center cancer center and hyperbaric medicine and wound center.

Cumberland Medical Center offers a unique family-oriented healthcare setting in a rural environment. We strive to deliver exceptional care to our patients their loved ones and each other. We look forward to welcoming team-focused people to grow their careers with us!

-Chief Nursing Officer Cumberland Medical Center

Position Summary:

Performs physician defined routine and specialized ultrasound procedures. Performs complex tasks associated with the operations of ultrasound equipment to produce high quality ultrasound images. The ultrasound technologist is responsible for maintaining a safe ultrasound environment at all times.

Recruiter: Brittany Smithson

• Performs procedures or examinations under the order of a licensed medical practitioner for diagnostic interpretation.
• Ensures the sonography examination order is complete contains relevant information.
• Conducts patient clinical assessment.
• Obtains and documents pertinent clinical information and technical findings for review by physician for order clarification and follow-through.
• Identifies and documents any limitations to the sonography examination.
• Reviews examination images synthesize examination results and prepare preliminary findings for physician prior to physician interpretation.
• Documents any incidental findings that might impact patient safety or patient care.
• Demonstrates competency in critical thinking skills including demonstration of competency in addressing the age-specific needs of the patient population served.
• Follows established processes for supply charging stock maintenance and vendor ordering.
• Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of an ACR accredited Ultrasound Department and related equipment to produce high quality ultrasound images.
• . Selects appropriate associated equipment/data manipulation to achieve desired results with factors influencing data acquisition.
• Technically proficient in the operation and quality control aspects of scanning and image recording equipment specific to the assigned work area.
• Identifies and screens patient and obtains patient history completes and verifies accurate consents informed consent and/or permits as needed.
• Performs quality imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocols.
• Assists physicians with US procedures when needed. Follows the Joint Commission procedures regarding medication preparation/usage on patient for minimally invasive procedures.
• Follow policy regarding time out prior to minimally invasive procedures being performed.
• Practices aseptic technique and uses universal precautions. Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes.
• Provides patient instructions/education to obtain desired results gain cooperation and minimize anxiety during exams.
• Positions patient for ultrasound imaging using immobilization and protective equipment to minimize risk to patient self and others.
• Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest respecting the patients ability safety and comfort.
• Provides for psychological and physical needs of patients for ultrasound imaging procedures. Proficient in patient assessment and monitoring.
• Adheres to the facility policies and procedures ACR regulations The Joint Commission standards and other regulatory compliance for ultrasound department/facility.
• Provides patient services consistent with the Scope of Practice and Clinical Standards for Diagnostic Sonographer.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures and assists patients families practitioners and visitors as needed.
• Completes required education assignments annually.
• Proficient in required data entry record maintenance and statistical data and in the operation and quality control aspects of scanning and image recording equipment specific to the assigned work area.
• Maintains patients confidential records reports and files following established HIPAA guidelines.
• Stays current in Basic Life Support (BLS) and performs BLS as needed.
• Follows policies procedures and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education:

Must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority at the time license and/or certification was obtained.

Minimum Experience:

Must have successfully completed an accredited ultrasound educational program and be registry eligible.

Licensure Requirement:

Must obtain ultrasound specific registration within 1 year from date of hire in either ARDMS ARRT or CCI. State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines.