Job Summary: Ultrasound Technologist - performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment to locate, evaluate and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data. Schedules and coordinates tests, records test results, and prepares and maintains operational logs. In addition, assist Radiologist during entire course of procedural ultrasounds as requested by clinician.
Essential Responsibilities:- Performs Ultrasound Examinations.
- Documents patient assessment and history.
- Provides patient education.
- Operates computer and ultrasound equipment for image production and documentation.
- Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
- Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal images.
- Enters and properly completes all patient information including exam charges and supplies into the Radiology Information System (RIS).
- Prepares films for interpretation by the radiologist in an accurate and timely manner.
- Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to unique needs of the department and respond appropriately.
- Communicate abnormal situations to proper sources in a way that facilitates resolution and/or tracking.
- Actively engages other health care providers (radiologist, surgeons, specialist, and mammographers) to ensure quality, continuity and appropriateness of care.
- Follows department procedures/processes/policies.
- Practices safety measures in radiography by adhering to all governing regulations.
- Follows universal precautions, infection control guidelines and sterile technique.
- Complies with all governing regulations.
- Stocks and cleans exam rooms/work areas.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Applies the professions code of ethics in all aspects of practice.
- Assist Radiologist in procedures (IR, MSK, Breast BX) and provide diagnostic aid by conducting supporting scans with procedural equipment.
- Observe patient during procedure, report abnormal activity.
- Preceptor to Ultrasound tech.
- Yearly in service required.
Basic Qualifications: Experience
- Minimum two (2) year experience in Ultrasonography.
Education
- Graduate of AMA approved Ultrasonography Program.
- High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
- Basic Life Support required at hire
Additional Requirements: - Basic PC (keyboarding & navigation) skills.
Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) years experience in procedures preferred.
- Customer service aptitude demonstrated through Customer Service Assessment.
Primary Location: Georgia,Jonesboro,Southwood Medical Offices I
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Day
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Working Hours Start: 07:00 AM
Working Hours End: 04:00 PM
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: GTC|UFCW|Local 1996
Job Level: Entry Level
Department: Southwood Medical Offices - Sonography-General - 2808
Pay Range: $44.57 - $57.21 / hour Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.
Travel: No
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
