Sonographer - Fort Dodge, United States - UnityPoint Health

    UnityPoint Health
    UnityPoint Health Fort Dodge, United States

    1 month ago

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    Ultrasound Technologist

    UnityPoint Health- Fort Dodge

    Shift: 8am-4:30pm, limited rotating call shifts

    * $7,500 Sign-on Bonus*Why UnityPoint Health?


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    Responsibilities


    • An extremely high responsibility is required in the performance of Ultrasound and the operation of the Ultrasound Section.
    • Performs a variety of ultrasound procedures not requiring constant supervision.
    • Maintains appropriate records and statistics, and maintains sufficient stock of supplies for the entire Ultrasound Section.
    • Evaluates and recommends a new or revised Ultrasound policies, procedures, protocols, etc.
    • Instructs and assists students in clinical procedures.
    • Performs other related duties as required or assigned by Lead Sonographer, Clinical Supervisor or Manager.
    • Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Documents care consistent with documentation guidelines.
    • Communicates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services.
    • Participates in department operations demonstrating professional behaviors to include supporting goals of the department and maintaining awareness of resource utilization.
    • Participation in non-direct patient care activities including educational activities, quality assurance activities, department meetings, and other related activities.
    • Demonstrates positive customer relations skills.
    • Provides a variety of services related to patient transportation and daily department cleaning.
    • Provides environmental duties as assigned.
    • Exhibits knowledge and skills in the operation of Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) ,Radiology Information System (RIS), and Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
    • Assists in scheduling of patient exams by assuring correct physician order and insurance pre-authorization number.
    • Adheres to departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
    Qualifications


    Education:

    • Graduate from an accredited Ultrasound program

    Licensure:

    • Accreditation from American Registry Diagnostic Medical (ARDMS) Sonographer

    Experience:

    • Previous experience is preferred but not required.

    Skills/Abilities:

    • Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and oral.
    • Organizational and time management skills. Basic computer skills.

    Certification/Course:

    • Life Support (CPR) certification, ARDMS in Abdomen and OB/GYN and/or in the process of attaining these credentials.
    • Must attain within 24 months of hire date.
    • Area of Interest: Medical Imaging and Radiology - Non-Nursing;
    • FTE/Hours per pay period: .9;
    • Department: Ultrasound;
    • Shift: 36 hours per week, limited call shifts;
    • Job ID: 147155;