1 day ago

Registered Ultrasound Technologist

Paintsville, United States of AmericaMid · 2-5 yearsSonographer

What you'll do

Performs ultrasound imaging studies in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines.
Prepares and transports patients as necessary.
Prepares imaging equipment, room, and images, as need for interpretation.
Verifies and completes studies in RIS and PACS.
Maintains Quality Control on Equipment as Instructed.
Completes patient assessments, formulates plan of care, oversees implementation of plan of care, evaluate and adjust plan of care utilizing critical thinking skills.
The performance of other nursing acts which are authorized or limited by the board, and which are consistent either with American Nursing’s Association Standards of Practice or with Standards of Practice established by nationally accepted organizations of registered nurses.
Care, counsel health teaching and promotion, utilizes Teach Back methodology as affirmation of comprehension.
The administration of medication, intravenous therapy and treatment as prescribed by a LIP.
Supervision, delegation and follow-through to other personnel in the performance of activities relating to nursing care.
Mentors and precepts students and orient new staff as assigned.
Reports up chain of command Clinical Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager/House Nurse Coordinator pertinent information.

What they're looking for

Associate's Degree in Sonography from an approved program required; OR
Associate's Degree in Radiology from an approved program required.
Basic computer skills.
Must be able to meet hospital on-call requirements.
Registered or Registry eligible in Ultrasound, with the requirement to become Registered within eighteen (18) months.
CPR certification required.

Nice to have

Vascular Registry Preferred
Up to one (1) year of experience preferred.

Summarised by NextRaise from the employer’s description, which follows in full below.

Full description from employer

Overview

Performs ultrasound imaging studies in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines. Prepares and transports patients as necessary. Prepares imaging equipment, room, and images, as need for interpretation Verifies and completes studies in RIS and PACS. Maintains Quality Control on Equipment as Instructed.

Special Instructions

Vascular Registry Preferred

Responsibilities

Completes patient assessments, formulates plan of care, oversees implementation of plan of care, evaluate and adjust plan of care utilizing critical thinking skills
The performance of other nursing acts which are authorized or limited by the board, and which are consistent either with American Nursing’s Association Standards of Practice or with Standards of Practice established by nationally accepted organizations of registered nurses.
Care, counsel health teaching and promotion, utilizes Teach Back methodology as affirmation of comprehension
The administration of medication, intravenous therapy and treatment as prescribed by a LIP
Supervision, delegation and follow-through to other personnel in the performance of activities relating to nursing care.
Mentors and precepts students and orient new staff as assigned
Reports up chain of command Clinical Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager/House Nurse Coordinator pertinent information
Participates on various teams, committees or performance improvement initiatives
Ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, coworkers and self
Participates in Discharge Planning and Transition of Care (able to define pt needs)
Serves as a patient advocate and escalates patient related concerns timely
Timely documents pertinent findings in medical record
Assist patients in performing activities of daily living and functions as an active team member
Assumes responsibility for personnel professional development
Utilizes effective communication skills and active listening, exhibits compassionate and empathetic attitude
Practices Hands Off communication utilizing SBAR; Performs Bedside Shift reporting utilizing SBAR (unless contradicted)
Functions as a positive influence, role model and adheres to professional code of conduct
Respects dignity and confidentiality of all matters relating to patients
Refer to Special Addendum and Staff Nurse Position Description
Performs other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate's Degree in Sonography from an approved program required; OR

• Associate's Degree in Radiology from an approved program required.

Experience

• Up to one (1) year of experience preferred.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Basic computer skills.

• Must be able to meet hospital on-call requirements.

Licenses & Certifications

• Registered or Registry eligible in Ultrasound, with the requirement to become Registered within eighteen (18) months.

• CPR certification required.

Company

Arh

Paintsville, United States of America

Company facts come from this company's own listings. We only show what the postings themselves carry.