ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM

JOB DESCRIPTION             

TITLE:                                      Ultrasound Technologist

REPORTS TO POSITION:         System Director – Radiology Service Line

DEPARTMENT:                         Radiology

DATE LAST REVIEWED:          August 2024

OUR VISION:                            Creating America’s healthiest community, together

OUR MISSION:                         In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value

OUR VALUES:                          Accountability, Caring, and Teamwork

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY: St. Charles Health System Diagnostic Imaging Departments perform X-Ray, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT exams in a variety of locations. We work closely with our partners at Cascade Medical Imaging to meet the imaging needs of our community and to support the ED, OR, Inpatient Floors, and Family Birthing Center. 

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Ultrasound Technologist performs all Ultrasound studies and related procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision in accordance with established department and hospital guidelines. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

Performs diagnostic and interventional ultrasound examinations in accordance with department policies, procedures, and protocols.

Follows Health and Safety Policies and Procedures of quality patient care.

Assists in record maintenance and statistics as requested.

Participates in student training program as requested.

Assists with special projects as requested.

Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.

Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.

Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.

Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.

Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.

Utilizes AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank) to prepare patients for procedures by creating an environment where the patients feel comfortable and communicated with regarding the experience in Radiology. 

Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate. 

May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.

EDUCATION:

Required: High school diploma or GED. Graduate eligible and Registry eligible of an accredited Ultrasound training program. 

Preferred: N/A

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Required: Current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Registry or Registry eligible (OB/GYN, Abdominal and Physics). Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) license required. American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification (AHA BLS/CPR).

Preferred: Additional registry through ARDMS such as: Pediatric Sonography (PS), Vascular Technology (RVT), or Musculoskeletal Sonography (RMSKS).

EXPERIENCE:

Required: N/A

Preferred: One (1) year full-time experience as a registered Ultrasound Technologist.

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:  If assigned to either the Redmond, Prineville, or Madras hospital; then you may be required to work in the various northern hospital locations for St. Charles Health System (this applies to Relief positions assigned to Redmond, Prineville, or Madras hospital; with the flexibility and ability to work in all three locations). 

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Category:  Patient Care Level #3

Continually (75% or more): Standing and walking, keyboard operation, use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.

Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 1-25 pounds. The use and operation of a motor vehicle for

Home Health and Wound Caregivers.

Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, climbing ladder/stepstool (varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, ability to hear whispered speech level.

Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs.

Never (0%):  Climbing ladder/stepstool (varies by area), operation of a motor vehicle.

Exposure to Elemental Factors

Rarely (10%): Wet/slippery area, chemical solution.

Never (0%):  Heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, uneven surface.

Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category

Risk for Exposure to BBP

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