- Receives and reviews requests for ultrasound studies on patients of all ages from child to geriatric.
- Utilizes realtime transvaginal transducers.
- Checks all images with the Radiologist.
- Provides written, unofficial reports of examinations.
- Takes representative anatomical pictures, recognizes normal versus abnormal anatomy, and exhibits knowledge of various pathological processes.
- Marks images for proper definition and explanation.
- Performs general clerical duties accurately, including but not limited to:
- Safety Awareness
- Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
Overnight Ultrasonographer - Weymouth, United States - South Shore Health
Description
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.Requisition Number:
R-15748
Facility:
LOC Fogg Road55 Fogg Road
Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
SSH Imaging Ultrasound
Status:
Part time
Budgeted Hours:
20
Shift:
Night (United States of America)
Performs ultrasound scanning procedures. Reports preliminary findings and diagnoses to the Radiologist. Takes anatomical pictures to demonstrate organs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
a - Performs such exams as Abdominal Echoes, Renal, Aortic, Pelvic, Obstetrical and Biophysical Profiles, small parts to include breast, thyroid and scrotal exams.
c - Assist surgeons in OR with ultrasound guidance.
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.
a - Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
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.
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.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Preferred
Prefer graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Program.
Minimum Work Experience
Need one to two (1-2) years to be fully proficient.
Required Licenses / Registrations
RDMS or eligible - Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Thurs and Fri overnights 9p-7a
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registration Eligible - Various, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)