Independence Health System ยท 4 months ago
ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST - PART-TIME
Latrobe, Pennsylvania, United States
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expIndependence Health System is a healthcare provider committed to delivering quality patient care. They are seeking a part-time Ultrasound Technologist who will produce diagnostic images using ultrasound equipment to assist physicians in diagnosing diseases and conducting interventional procedures.
Health CareHospital
Responsibilities
Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure
Confirms the patient's identification and verifies the physician's order
Assures the proper screening protocol is completed
Provides information to the patient about the procedure
Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure and answers any questions the patient may have
Provides accurate explanations and instructions at an appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand
Analyzes the information obtained during the assessment phase to determine optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis
Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure
Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedures such as medications and insufficient patient preparation
Selects appropriate ultrasound equipment and scanning techniques based on the age and size of the patient and the objective of the exam to optimize the procedure and minimize patient exposure to acoustic energy
Obtains optimum images during scan
Adjusts as needed to better visualize the anatomy or pathology according to established protocols and guidelines
Sends images to PACS for interpretation by radiologist
Acts based on patient and procedural variances
Notifies appropriate healthcare provider when immediate clinical response is necessary based on findings and patient condition
Initiates additional scanning techniques for further investigation of area of interest
Collects and documents additional images and patient data as needed
Provides the interpreting physician with a summary of findings according to hospital protocol
Documents information about patient care, exams, and patient history in appropriate record
Verifies correct order is entered into HIS/RIS
Documents appropriate patient history into PACS system
Documents any exceptions to the established guidelines
Facilitates correspondence with all departments to assure procedures are done in a timely manner
Works with centralized scheduling, nursing units and ER to accommodate STAT or ASAP orders
Responds to emergency call per department procedures
Maintains equipment and workstation in optimum condition
Performs daily QC on equipment
Assures adequate patient care and office supplies are maintained
Reports equipment malfunction to service provider and supervisor
Implements downtime procedures when necessary
Coordinates rescheduling of patients during equipment downtime
Initiates established downtime procedures during HIS/RIS and PACS downtime
Attends department meetings/reviews minutes as required
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Completion of CAAHEOP accredited Medical Ultrasound Program
Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice
Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program
Current registry with the American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographers with 1 certifications of the following: Abdominal, Vascular, OB/GYN, Breast, or Nuchal Translucency
Act 33 clearance
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance
Preferred
One (1) year experience in Ultrasound
Experience in Healthcare setting
Company
Independence Health System
Independence Health System offers patients nationally recognized quality care in cardiology, orthopedics, palliative care, and maternity as well as a broad range of surgical, medical, emergency, and behavioral health services, and an extensive network of primary care physicians.
1001-5000 employees
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2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-01-03Acquired
Leadership Team
Laurie English
Sr. VP/ Chief Human Resources Officer, MBA, SPHR
Carol Fox
Chief Medical Officer
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