DutiesCoordinates daily patient schedule for U/S. Performs U/S studies and insures correct processing and handling. Helps in other areas of radiology such as front desk, reception, etc. Insures proper equipment maintenance and cleanliness. Assists clerical staff when possible. Attends seminars and in-services. Takes call and standby as needed.Promotes a cooperative and positive relationship with physicians and other hospital staff/departments.1. Performs ultrasound examinations in accordance to established protocols.2. Assists and instructs patients prior and during examinations.3. Responsible for evaluating each study to ensure it meets required quality standards.4. Responsible for patient confidentiality, safety and well being during examinations.5. Responsible for inspecting and cleaning equipment prior to use.6. Reports to ultrasound supervisor all equipment failures and/or malfunctions.7. Reports all patient complaints, discrepancies and drug reactions according to the QA policies.8. Responsible for processing images, organizing paper work and completing charge sheets.9. Works in other areas of the department such as reception, assisting transfer, transport, etc.10. Organizational standards for Joint Commission, Patient Safety and the Department of Heath will be met or exceeded11. Takes call and/or standby when required. Skills Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patient in the following age groups: Geriatric, Adult, Young Adult, Pediatric and Neonatal.Demonstrates the client. The client is a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at the client Healthcare. The client principles consist of Caring, Communication, Collaboration and Competence. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to assist moving and transferring patients as well as moving ultrasound equipment.Notes:Minimum 2 years of hospital (acute) experience requiredCandidates must have vascular experience (40%-50% of cases), OB and peds experience required as well.RDMS/ARRT requiredSchedule: Wed, Thurs, Fri and every other weekend from 1500-2330 hours. (40 hours 1 week, then 24 hours the next)VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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