Per Diem Ultrasonographer - Breast Imaging Center

Per Diem Ultrasonographer

• Breast Imaging Center South Shore Health
• 3.7 Weymouth, MA Job Details Part-time $25.74
• $58.

55 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Breast ultrasound In-person patient registration Anatomy knowledge Hand hygiene Medical image documentation Image acquisition for patient care Radiology diagnostics Greeting customers Working with pediatric populations Patient safety measures implementation Pathology Mid-level Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Quality assurance Quality control Patient care Patient billing Safety equipment Biohazard disposal procedures Women's health diagnostics Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Hazardous waste disposal Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Medical imaging interpretation Sonography Full Job Description If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.

Requisition Number:

R-23025

Facility:

LOC0026

• 101 Columbian Street101 Columbian Street Weymouth, MA 02190

Department Name:

SSH Imaging Ultrasound Cancer Center Status:

Part time

Budgeted Hours:

0

Shift:

Day (United States of America) This position is located at our Cancer Center (101 Columbian Street, Weymouth), primarily conducting breast ultrasounds. Performs ultrasound scanning procedures. Reports preliminary findings and diagnoses to the Radiologist. Takes anatomical pictures to demonstrate organs.

Compensation Pay Range:

$25.74

• $58.

55 ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS 1

• Receives and reviews requests for ultrasound studies on patients of all ages from child to geriatric. a
• Performs breast ultrasound exams. 2
• Checks all images with the Radiologist. a
• Consults with the Radiologist about the reading or scans and reports. 3
• Provides written, unofficial reports of examinations. 4
• Takes representative anatomical pictures, recognizes normal versus abnormal anatomy, and exhibits knowledge of various pathological processes. 5
• Marks images for proper definition and explanation. 6
• Performs general clerical duties accurately, including but not limited to: a
• Greeting patients in a courteous manner consistent with the hospital's policy. b
• Logs and checks in patients accurately and appropriately. c
• Verifies information and exams performed. Updates and changes exam description to reflect actual exams performed. This assures the correct billing of patient accounts. d
• Quality assures exams performed, to capture the technologist, the room utilized and the time utilized. e
• Disposes of used linen and supplies in an appropriate manner. 7
• Safety Awareness
• Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. a
• Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done. b
• Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications. c
• Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order. d
• Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing , as observed by nurse manager and peers. e
• Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites. f
• Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times. g
• Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines. h
• Adheres to universal precautions. i
• Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. j
• Adheres to electrical safety guidelines. Technology and Learning a
• Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization. b
• Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

• Required Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Program. Minimum Work Experience One to two (1-2) years breast ultrasound experience preferred Required Licenses / Registrations RDMS or eligible
• Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Breast Registry preferred Varied M-F fill-in hours Responsibilities if

Required:

Education if

Required:

License/Registration/Certification Requirements:

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registration Eligible

• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)