Sonographer II, Mary and Elizabeth Hospital, 730p-6a, M-Th
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Job Location:
Elizabeth, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Primary Location:
Mary and Elizabeth - UMCAddress:
1850 Bluegrass Ave Louisville KY 40215Shift:
Third Shift (United States of America)Job Description Summary:
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals four medical centers nearly 200 physician practice locations more than 700 providers the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.With more than 12000 team membersphysicians surgeons nurses pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionalsUofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
Job Description:
The Ultrasound Technologists performs examinations according to established protocols. The Ultrasound Technologists demonstrates an understanding of human cross sectional anatomy physiology pathology and medical terminology. The Ultrasound Technologists maintains a high degree of accuracy in positioning and imaging technique. The Ultrasound Technologists supports the mission of the hospital and department by excellent customer relations skills.
Essential Functions:
Uses consistent and appropriate techniques to gather relevant information pertinent to the examination being performed including correct patient identification and order verification
Assess patient to determine and develop an action plan for completing the procedure
Performs pre and post exam patient education pertinent to exam being performed
Produces scans according to established protocols within the Diagnostic Imaging Department with a high degree of accuracy
Evaluates finished images for technical accuracy and diagnostic quality
Discusses technical findings with Radiologist
Ensures examinations are complete to include Cerner completion and PACS review
Instructs Radiology Residents and students in the Ultrasound scanning protocols (depending on facility)
Assists in training new personnel in hospital and department procedures
Takes an active role in gaining and maintaining proficiency in hospital and radiology equipment and information systems needed in performance of job responsibilities
Shift Requirements:
Shift Length (in hours):
12 (Varies per facility) on call availability may be required
# Shifts/Week:
3 (Varies per facility)
Overtime Required:
Infrequently Sometimes Often n/a (exempt position)
Other Functions:
Assist in quality improvement programs in the department
Maintains appropriate credentials and certification related to clinical practice and ensures a current copy is on file in the department/hospital
Takes call as needed
Attends and participates in department staff meetings and in-services
Uses appropriate customer relations skills to ensure customer expectations are met including flexibility in schedule hours
Ensures that assigned areas are kept clean neat and orderly
Maintains compliance with all company policies procedures and standards of conduct
Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
Performs other duties as assigned
Additional Job Description:
Education:
Graduated from accredited US program (required)
Experience:
3 years prior ultrasound experience (preferred)
Licensure:
ARDMS or within 1 year of hire date (required)
Two specialty areas ( i.e. abdomen vascular OBGYN) (Breast may be considered specialty by leader) (required)
Certification:
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (required)
Key Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Hospital Experience
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Basic Life Support
- Computer Skills
- Physiology Knowledge
- Sonography
- Pediatrics Experience
- Medical Imaging
- Catheterization
- Epic
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
UofL Health provides comprehensive care at our UofL Health – UofL Hospital location in Louisville Ky. Learn more about UofL Health – UofL Hospital and the various services we provide.
