Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Performs Ultrasound exams including OB/Gyn, abdominal, breast and small parts on a scheduled or emergent basis. Assists Radiologist as requested when needed. Ages of patients served range in age from newborn to geriatric.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and guiding behaviors of Trinity Health Assists physician(s) and/or radiologist(s) in specialized procedures.

Follows sterile procedure and can assist in monitoring HR/BP during these procedures if necessary.

Utilizes critical thinking in daily and emergent assessment of proper protocols. Assesses each patient for proper prep/scanning procedure for each ordered exam. Follows protocols that have been set in place for the Ultrasound Department. Coordinates work with other sonographers. Completes documentation accurately and thoroughly. Follows the ARDMS rules and regulations. Observes safety precautions when handling patients, while performing examinations and while patients are in direct contact. Demonstrates safety with chemicals when handling/disinfecting any necessary equipment. Performs visual inspection daily of all equipment to ensure its safety/cleanliness. Operates 2D, M-mode, and Doppler ultrasound unit with appropriate transducers utilized to perform and adequately ascertain the location of specific organs, with demonstration on film with recordings of appropriate calculations for measurements. Demonstrates basic patient care skills. Maintains unit specific competencies and participates in review of the high-risk/ low-frequency competencies. Maintains knowledge of equipment and continuously learns new technology and can trouble shoot equipment, report malfunctioning equipment and ensure its repair and return to service. Provides professional leadership in the delivery of patient care. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local laws and regulations, the Trinity Healthy Organizational Integrity Program, including the Standard of Conduct, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behaviors. Serves as a consultant, resource person, and role model representing respiratory care in the health system committees or work groups as needed.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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