Ultrasound Technologist Lead - Diagnostic Radiology - Days

Ultrasound Technologist Lead

INTEGRIS Health Canadian Valley Hospital, Oklahoma's largest not-for-profit health system, has a great opportunity for an Ultrasound Technologist Lead in Yukon, OK. In this position, you'll work days with our Diagnostic Radiology team providing exceptional care to those who have entrusted INTEGRIS Health with their healthcare needs. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today and learn more about our recently enhanced benefits package for all eligible caregivers such as front-loaded PTO, 100% INTEGRIS Health paid short-term disability, increased retirement match, and paid family leave. We invite you to join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health.

Job Description

• Operates the ultrasound equipment, performs a wide variety of technical procedures, and assumes responsibility for the patients in the area.
• Performs general ultrasound procedures (abdomen, OB/GYN, small parts, and vascular).
• Performs 2D, pulsed wave Doppler, color flow Doppler evaluations on the upper and lower extremities for both the arterial and venous systems, visceral vascular, and carotid imaging.
• Performs appropriate measurements and calculations for each of the ultrasound exams.
• Reviews in-patient requisitions and prioritizes patient list in order of severity of illness, special procedures, special requests, equipment availability, and patient; revises patient schedule as new procedures are requested and circumstances change.
• Maintains patient logbook on a daily basis.
• Develops film by automatic processing in a timely manner; manipulates laser printer and processor as necessary to obtain the highest quality images possible.
• Performs daily quality control checks on the processor and generates a monthly report of the results summary.
• Performs monthly calibration on the laser.
• Responsible for procurement, storage, and routing of supplies for room preparation as needed to ensure smooth functioning of areas within the ultrasound department.
• When US Tech II or higher level serves as a preceptor for students enrolled in an accredited sonography program.
• Utilizes surgical technique effectively as needed in performing sterile procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring reusable instruments are delivered to the appropriate department for sterilization.

Lead Technologist Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates scheduling, employee shift scheduling, ordering of supplies, reviews protocols, and ensures they are up to date.
• Assists in conducting employee orientation, evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensures equipment calibration by performing quality control tests according to established procedures and frequency schedule.
• Provides instruction and technical assistance to the US technologist concerning the operation of the equipment.
• Coordinates and monitors compliance with ACR/ICAVL accreditations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current RDMS or RDCS certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography required.
• 2 years experience as an Ultrasound Technologist.
• Current CRP certification within 90 days of hire.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English (written/verbal).

Physical Demands

• Requires considerable coordination and extremely accurate touch to set controls to achieve diagnostic images.
• Must have considerable manual dexterity to utilize a computer keyboard.
• Must be able to hear and speak in order to communicate with others.
• Must be able to see, read, and write. Requires the ability to distinguish between colors.
• Near visual acuity and depth perception is required to examine monitors during the exam and exposed film after the exam for pertinent detail.
• Standing or walking is required most of the time (80%).
• Must be able to manipulate patients weighing over 200 lbs., occasionally requiring considerable physical efforts on a daily basis.
• Exerts up to 26 lbs. push force in moving portable ultrasound equipment weighing up to 500 lbs. to site where examinations are to be performed, 2-3 times per week.
• May carry loads weighing 10-25 lbs. several times a month.

Work Environment

Exposed to moveable equipment, chemical fumes from processors while developing films, patients with contagious diseases, electrical equipment, ionizing radiation, and contamination or infection through accidental needle puncture or exposure to blood and/or body fluids. Occasional exposures to odor, blood, chemical irritation, and a variety of constant interruptions, frequent emergency call back causing erratic working hours and overtime. Works in a darkened room up to 60% of the time.

All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.