Ultrasound Tech /Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DMS) - Critical Access Hospital (Schedule: Thursday - Saturday)

Calling Medical Sonographer/Ultrasound Technologist who enjoys variety in hospital practice environment and willing to grow in their career with a rural critical access hospital.

Summary: Under the direction of the department manager, Ultrasound Technologist / Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DMS) shall perform interpretive diagnostic studies as ordered by the referring physician/provider. Technolgist shall exhibit quality patient care, and utilize patient and staff safety measures when choosing technical factors to insure proper sonographic diagnosis of patients.

Shift Schedule: Thursday - Saturday (7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.)

This position is an essential worker which requires a commitment to teamwork, collaboration and department scheduling needs i.e. good attendance, attitude, customer services, communication skills, etc.,

Supervision Received: Works under the direct supervision of the Radiology Manager or designated administrator. Exercises progressive levels of autonomy in day-to-day activities based on satisfactory job performance.

Special Conditions:  Subject to on call and call back after hours and weekends and during emergency conditions. Position is Safety Sensitive / Drug Free Workplace / Vaccination Requirements.

Essential Functions: 

Provides safe and appropriate patient care while performing diagnostic studies ordered by the patient’s physician/provider.

Assists radiologist with full patient history and proper tools for exams

Completes all exams fully -- including paperwork and billing procedures.

Confirms and compares correct patient exam information to minimize discrepancies

Maintains clean, organized, and properly stocked exam rooms.

Captures clear diagnostic images of patients by using proper equipment, techniques, and positions.

Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safely position the patient for maximum diagnostic yield.

Utilizes knowledge of all safety measures for protection of patients and staff while administering  ultrasound.

Performs in other modalities as certified.

Education and/or Experience:

• Associate degree from accredited school of Sonography or certificate from accredited technical school of Sonography or Radiography required.
• 1 year experience working in ultrasound in a hospital setting preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Current ARDMS certification in physics and abdomen or ARRT certified in ultrasound required. 
• ARDMS or ARRT certification in the following is preferred:  vascular, ECHO, OB/GYN, and breast imaging

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of HIPAA privacy requirements and medical terminology.

Establish and maintain solid working relationships through communication, cooperation, and positive interactions with all patients/clients, employees, staff, providers, and vendors.

Willingness to work a flexible schedule when circumstances necessitate.

Demonstrated ability to self-motivate and work independently with limited supervision.

Strong customer service skills along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Positive communication skills; ability to successfully interact with all customers; continuous demonstration of courteous, cooperative and service orientated behavior.

Supports and maintains a culture of safety, quality and positive patient experience.

This position summary is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but is not intended to limit the incumbent nor Northern Cochise Community Hospital Inc., to only the work identified.

Reasonable Accommodations / Job Performance: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and the physical demands satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job description outlines those functions, responsibilities and success factors upon which the incumbents performance may be evaluated.