Ultrasound Technologist Full Time $10K Sign On Bonus Mhw: Mhw - Ultrasound

Summary

Performs sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Takes on call shift responsibilities as required by the department.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes images and identifies issues with the quality of images. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure if clinically appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.

Essential

Competencies and skills:

• ACCURACY & QUALITY: Completes work assignments within established quality and/or quantity standards.
• CUSTOMER SERVICE: Demonstrates commitment to service excellence by promptly addressing internal/external customer issues/requests, resolving concerns while maintaining a professional image and behavior to build and enhance the patient/family/customer experience.
• PATIENT POSITIONING / PROCEDURES: Performs imaging procedures on all anatomical areas of the body.
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE: Accepts change and adapts in a positive and productive manner; handles unexpected situations and changes in direction calmly and with confidence. Views new assignments and job responsibilities as an opportunity for growth.
• ACCOUNTABILITY: Accepts ownership of job roles and specific assignments/goals; works independently, takes responsibility for own actions; admits mistakes and judgment errors; and accepts constructive feedback. Connects personal work results to the accomplishment of team and organizational goals.
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR: Acts in a manner that supports the standards of communication, respect, privacy, and teamwork by demonstrating a commitment to professional and ethical conduct.
• PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE: "Provides Patient and Family Centered Care to patients, families, visitors and internal customers"
• PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND CARE: Assesses and provides patient care prior to, during and/or after procedures; considering medical condition, age and diversity.
• IMAGE PRODUCTION, ANALYSIS AND ARCHIVAL: Applies appropriate imaging factors, conducts image analysis and utilizes archival techniques.

Education

Essential:

• Accredited Program

Essential

Education specialization:

• Ultrasound Technologist

Credentials

Essential:

• BLS Certification
• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Essential

Education equivalent experience:

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program

Other Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.

Must be registered with one (1) calendar year of hire with the ARDMS (AB, OBGYN, RVT, BR, or PS).

Essential

Working conditions:

• Kneeling 60.00%
• Radiation 40.00%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens 60.00%
• Reaching 60.00%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces 20.00%
• Potential for Physical Assault 20.00%
• Seeing - Far 80.00%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 80.00%
• Depth Perception 80.00%
• Hazardous Medication 40.00%
• Climbing 40.00%
• Needles/Sharp Objects 60.00%
• Keyboard Entry 80.00%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory 60.00%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient 80.00%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 60.00%
• Seeing - Near 80.00%
• Bio hazardous Waste 60.00%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 80.00%
• Sitting 60.00%
• Fire Risk 20.00%
• Computer Monitor 80.00%
• Bending and Stooping 60.00%
• Hearing Acuity 80.00%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm 80.00%
• Distinguish Color 80.00%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
• Domestic Animals 40.00%
• Moving Mechanical Parts 60.00%
• Standing 60.00%
• Hazardous Chemicals 40.00%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes 20.00%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg 40.00%
• Walking 60.00%
• Audible Speech 80.00%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids 60.00%
• Latex 20.00%
• Squatting 40.00%
• Heating Devices 40.00%
• Lifting or Carrying 25.01 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient 20.00%
• Potential Electric Shock 20.00%

Organizational Profile

Memorial Hospital West opened in 1992 with 100 beds to serve the growing population of western Broward. Today, the hospital has 384 beds and is one of the busiest and most technologically advanced in the region.

Memorial Hospital West’s Many Respected Specialty Programs Include

• Memorial Cancer Institute
• Medical and Surgical Services
• Bariatric/Weight-Loss Surgery Program
• Memorial Cardiac and Vascular Institute
• Women’s Services
• Memorial Rehabilitation Institute
• Memorial Neuroscience Institute
• Blood and Marrow Transplant Program, including Broward County’s first adult inpatient autologous transplant unit
• The Family Birthplace
• Adult and Pediatric Emergency Departments

Truven Health Analytics and Modern Healthcare magazine named Memorial Hospital West one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals in 2013 and 2014 – and the hospital has been consistently recognized by The Leapfrog Group with an “A” Ranking for Patient Safety.

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.