Ultrasound Tech at Beacon Health System – Elkhart, Indiana

Ultrasound Tech

Reports to the Director of Imaging Services and Ultrasound Coordinator. Performs diagnostic medical sonography including abdomen, OB/GYN, small parts, as well as vascular sonography. Occasionally scans in interventional radiology and surgery. Follows protocols, policies, and procedures as directed by the radiologist and/or supervising technologist. Ensures quality patient care is provided. MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Performs all ultrasound examinations according to department protocols, policies and procedures while ensuring appropriate and quality care by:

• Obtaining pertinent clinical history for the reading radiologist, communicating with referring physicians and other healthcare personnel and providing phone reports, when indicated.
• Explaining and including the patient in their procedure.
• Preparing images on PACS.
• Accurately completing associated worksheets or reporting template for the reading radiologist.
• Applying the appropriate charges.

Contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department:

• Maintains ARDMS/ARRT(S) certification
• Orients new staff and students to work areas upon request.
• Accurately badges daily clocking-ins, YTO/PTO, holidays and call (or timely completion of add-clocking in Active Staffer, with maximum of 10 per year).
• Cleans and maintains equipment, reporting any equipment malfunctions to the Coordinator.
• Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of ARDMS or ARRT (S). ARDMS or ARRT (S) is required to maintain position. Abdomen, OB/GYN and RVT certifications are preferred. Six months ultrasound experience is preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Familiarity with Ultrasound equipment.
• Familiarity with human anatomy and cross-section required.
• Limited clinical skills and sterile techniques.
• ARDMS or ARRT (S) registry required - requires continuing education credits.

Working Conditions

• Works in a hospital and patient care environment.
• Must be able to take call and arrive at the hospital within 30 minutes of being called in.

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.