ULTRASOUND - ULTRASOUND TECH

ULTRASOUND - ULTRASOUND TECH

Location: Rehoboth, Delaware

Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.

Job Description:

• Performs diagnostic medical sonograms in accordance with established professional and departmental standards and procedures
• Reviews consultation requests, checking for special instructions from requesting physicians and consulting with the Radiologist as necessary
• Completes all departmental processes for resulting and documentation of exams
• Greets patients pleasantly, confirming their identification and introducing yourself
• Explains examination procedures completely to the patient and their family if present
• Demonstrates a complete working knowledge of all equipment located within the Ultrasound department
• Performs all routine diagnostic and ultrasound procedures according to established protocols
• Maintains Joint Commission standards and ACR accreditation
• PAC scans all patient-related forms and information
• Follows the department Code of Conduct
• Assures exam pre-requisites are completed prior to appointment
• Ensures appropriate storage and ordering of supplies for the Ultrasound area
• Monitors and reports supplies in shortage and special order items
• Performs visual preventive safety inspections and conducts daily quality assurance tests on the US Scan equipment
• Identifies any problems and communicates them to the immediate supervisor
• Evaluates the scans for technical quality
• Demonstrates anatomy under investigation through proper positioning
• Assures access to care by adding on exams whenever possible or finding an alternative when not possible
• Verifies correct order entry and supply charging
• Recognizes emergency situations, initiates code procedures, and administers first aid or CPR as needed

Requirements:

• One year of previous experience in the hospital setting
• Ability to lift patients up to 50lbs

Skills:

• Clear communication skills both written and verbal
• Able to keep confidential information regarding patients, team members
• Able to withstand crisis situations
• Provides customer service to patients, team members, and visitors
• Knowledge and experience with electronic health records

Qualifications:

• ARDMS-RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
• BLS - Basic Life Saving certification

Education:

• Associate's Degree in a related field

Compensation:

• Entry: USD $31.83/Hr
• Expert: USD $49.34/Hr

Beebe Healthcare attracts and retains the best healthcare professionals by offering an excellent patient-focused environment, exciting career opportunities, and leading-edge technology with supportive, progressive leadership.