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Beebe Healthcare
ULTRASOUND TECH
Job Description
Why Beebe? Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence. Overview Performs diagnostic medical sonograms in accordance with the established professional and departmental standards and procedures. Responsibilities Reviews consultation request, checking for special instructions from requesting physician and consults with the Radiologist as necessary. Completes all departmental processes for resulting and documentation of exams. Pleasantly greets patients, confirming their identification and introducing yourself. Completely explains examination procedure to the patient and their family if present. Demonstrates a complete working knowledge of all equipment located within the Ultrasound department. Performs all routine diagnostic and ultrasound procedures according to established protocols. Assists the Radiologist with US guided biopsies/drainages. Verifies that patient has consented to the procedure and fully understands risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up. Assures exam pre-requisites are completed prior to appointment. Evaluates lab values, as required, prior to beginning interventional procedures. Ensures appropriate storage and ordering of supplies for the Ultrasound area. Monitors and reports supplies in shortage and special order items. Performs visual preventive safety inspections and conducts daily quality assurance tests on the Ultrasound Scan equipment. Identifies any problems and communicates to immediate supervisor. Evaluates the scans for technical quality. Demonstrates anatomy under investigation through proper positioning. Assures access to care by adding on exams whenever possible or finding an alternative when not possible. Verifies correct order entry and supply charging. Maintains Joint Commission standards and ACR accreditation. Ê PAC scans all patient related forms and information. Ê Follows the department Code of Conduct. Recognizes emergency situations, initiates code procedures and administers first aid or CPR as needed. Qualifications One year of previous experience in the hospital setting preferred.
Ability to lift patients up to 50lbs.
Ability to lift patients up to 50lbs.
Competencies Skills Essential:
- Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
- Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
- Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
- Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records Credentials Essential:
ARDMS-RDMS
- Registered Diag Medical Sonographer- BLS - Basic Life Saving certification
Education Essential:
- Associates Degree in related field Other Information One year of previous experience in the hospital setting preferred.
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What they do
An Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer uses ultrasound technology to examine the inside of patients' bodies and diagnose medical conditions. Works closely with other healthcare specialists who assess and treat relevant conditions. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$62,576 / year median in Delaware
+24% projected growth