Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

 

Job Summary

Ultrasound Tech: Full Time, Evenings: Monday - Friday, 3:00pm -11:30pm with call rotation at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, $20k Sign-On.

Summary
Under general supervision and following established procedures, the incumbent operates ultrasound imaging equipment to acquire images and communicates sonographer impressions to interpreting physicians. The incumbent must have problem-solving skills and be an active participant in departmental initiatives. The incumbent must effectively communicate with students, peers, patients, and physicians to ensure the safety and quality of imaging. Exercises independent judgment to modify scan techniques for optimal image quality. Must be solution-oriented, exemplify professional, respectful, and inclusive behavior with all staff, patients, visitors, and students, and actively participate in departmental initiatives. The incumbent participates in call, holiday, and shift rotations as required by the department. May be required to rotate among the main campus and community radiology locations, with appropriate training.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
Patient and exam verification:
• Ensures that two points of patient identification, date of birth & full name are obtained to verify that the correct patient is being treated.
• Reviews the order for exam and indications, and the patient’s chart for pertinent clinical history.
• Prepares and cleans the equipment and room for each patient. Stock supplies to ensure rooms are ready to care for patients.

-Patient Care & Collaboration:
• Uses clear communication when explaining the exam to the patient, taking into consideration physical and emotional needs. Ensures understanding and maintains ethical standards (patient confidentiality, professional conduct, etc.).
• Works collaboratively with the leadership team to ensure a smooth and efficient patient flow, as well as optimal utilization of US scanners.
• Delivers patient care under the scope of license/training.

-Department & On-Call Coverage:
• To assume all responsibilities for on-call and holiday coverage.
• Remains flexible in all shift coverage and overtime situations as necessary.

-Clinical Performance:
• Performs all duties pertaining to the performance of clinical ultrasound exams.
• Oversee and instruct sonographers, professional staff, and students within the department. This includes, but is not limited to, US equipment operation, protocols, and other technical aspects.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

-Research Performance:
• To acknowledge and participate in research programs, quality assurance, and quality improvement projects carried on in the department.
• Performs all duties pertaining to the performance of research ultrasound exams.

-Must be able to perform support tasks:
• Provide administrative coverage
• PACS superuser
• Research designee
• Quality Control
• CPR instructor
• Safety Champion, or other department/modality needs as approved by the Executive Director of Operations.

 

Education
Other Certificate/Diploma Diagnostic Imaging required and Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials

ARDMS (required)
ARC or AHA BLS within 3 Mos of hire
NH Medical Imaging License

Experience
Ultrasound scanning experience with multiple patient populations 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others.
- Good business acumen skills.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Full Time, Monday - Friday, 3:00pm -11:30pm with call rotation at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, $20k Sign-On.

 

Onsite

 

789 Central Avenue

 

40

 

Regular

 

Evening (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$41.67 - $50.99/Hourly

 

 

Grade

6

 

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