This position is responsible to maintain regulatory and professional standards and exhibit strong decision-making capabilities. A close working relationship with Radiology leadership, radiologists, and the medical staff is required to maintain a cost-effective and patient-focused service. This position is responsible to provide care for patients undergoing Ultrasound procedures using the approved workflows and procedural protocols. Technologists in this position are able to demonstrate full knowledge of Ultrasound equipment. Talent Pool; Allied Health
Performs routine and special exams consistent with established protocols to minimize repeat examinations. Exam productivity is within established benchmark.
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Consistently completes all exams and documentation in CHL and PACS. Consistently and accurately identifies all charges associated with studies. Addresses errors and resolves issues related to final product being sent to PACS.
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Consistently demonstrates commitment to safe practices and supports Just Culture. Commitment to use Two for Two to accurately identify patients, follows procedures to avoid laterality errors, eliminate falls and ALARA. Completes all annual competencies by designated timeframe.
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Exemplary model using AIDET, service excellence and service recovery.
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Assists with patient transport as necessary.
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EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent, Required
Graduate of a Radiology, Imaging or related educational program.
EXPERIENCE: 0-1 year, Healthcare - Ultrasound Technologist, Required
1-2 years, Healthcare - Ultrasound Technologist, Preferred
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING: REQUIRED
BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider
ARDMS Ultrasound Technologist, ARRT RT(S) Ultrasound Technologist or CCI RVS
RVT/RVS Registered Vascular Technologist required for sites without onsite Vascular Lab (APH, ARMC, & MedCenters)
Where required, all current Cone Health Sonographers will have 2-years to successfully complete RVT requirement. Any new candidate sonographer will have 16 months to successfully complete RVT requirement.
ADDITIONAL Information on required licensure/certification/registry/listings
OB/GYN and/or ABDOMEN and/or BREAST and/or VASCULAR and/or PEDS
PREFERRED
RVT/RVS Registered Vascular Technologist preferred for sites with onsite Vascular Lab (MCH & WLH)
