ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM

JOB DESCRIPTION             

TITLE:                                      Ultrasound Technologist

REPORTS TO POSITION:      Varies

DEPARTMENT:                       Radiology

DATE LAST REVIEWED:        5/6/2009

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

DEPARTMENTAL 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 Value Improvement Practice (VIP- 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.

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 Sonogrphy (ARDMS) Registry or Registry eligible (OB/GYN, Abdominal and Physics).

Preferred: Additional ARDMS registries.  Support RDMS, SDMS, and local affiliations.

EXPERIENCE:

Required: N/A

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

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

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

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

Frequently (50%): Sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling 1-25 pounds. Operation of motor vehicle for Home Health and Wound Caregivers

Occasionally (25%): Bending, stooping/kneeling/crouching, Clinbing ladder/step-stool* (*varies by area), reaching overhead, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, grasping/squeezing, whispered speech level

Rarely (10%): Climbing stairs

Never (0%): operation of 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

DEPARTMENTAL 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.

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