Under general supervision of a
Radiologist, the Ultrasound Technologist performs ultrasound procedures on
ambulatory and hospital patients in a physician office, clinic, and hospital
setting as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the
diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.
The job duties of the Ultrasound
Technologist include, but are not limited to:
- Utilizes
AIDET when communicating with patients to: identify patient service
requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and
establish rapport with patients and others. - Instructs/communicates
with patient and/or patient's family regarding the test to be performed and
assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam. - Prepares
patient or area for ultrasound procedure by positioning patient, adjusting
immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting
equipment controls to set exposure factors. - Protects
patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control,
drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper
sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive ultrasound
procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements. - Obtains,
verifies and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart,
patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent
forms, etc. - Maintains
medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department
policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner. - Assists
leadership in maintaining all required policies, procedures, standards and
records for applicable governmental, regulatory and accrediting organizations
by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations of the OSHA, TJC, TDH and
ACR.
The ideal candidate for the
Ultrasound Technologist will be able to provide services in a timely, accurate,
and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory
standards, policies and procedures.
- Location/Facility - Baylor Scott & White - Plano
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more information on the facility, please click our Locations
link.
- Specialty/Department/Practice - Radiology
- Shift/Schedule - Full Time - Monday - Friday (4:00 PM - 12:30AM) w/call
- Benefits - Our competitive benefits
package includes*: - Immediate eligibility for
health and welfare benefits - 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar
match up to 5% - Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day
1
*Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or
level.
Baylor
Scott & White Health (BSWH) is the largest
not-for-profit health care system in Texas and one of the largest in the United
States. With a commitment to and a track
record of innovation, collaboration, integrity and compassion for the patient,
BSWH stands to be one of the nation's exemplary health care organizations. Founded
as a Christian ministry of healing, the mission of Baylor Scott & White Health is to promote the
well-being of all individuals, families and communities. Joining
our team is not just accepting a job, it's accepting a calling!
- Graduate
of an Accredited Program - American
Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in (OB/GYN) or (AB) or (BR) or
(MSK) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT (S) or (BS)
Certification - American
Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Registered Vascular Technology (RVT) Certification - Basic
Life Support (BLS) Certification