Job Information
Excela Health ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST in Greensburg, Pennsylvania
Description
Up to $10,000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE
*Based upon experience; conditions apply.
Job Summary/Overall Objectives
Produces diagnostic images using ultrasound equipment to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and for interventional procedures.
Essential Job Functions
Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure.
Confirms the patient's identification and verifies the physician's order.
Assures the proper screening protocol is completed.
Provides information to the patient about the procedure.
Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure and answers any questions the patient may have.
Provides accurate explanations and instructions at an appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand.
Analyzes the information obtained during the assessment phase to determine optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis.
Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure.
Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedures such as medications and insufficient patient preparation.
Selects appropriate ultrasound equipment and scanning techniques based on the age and size of the patient and the objective of the exam to optimize the procedure and minimize patient exposure to acoustic energy.
Obtains optimum images during scan.
Adjusts as needed to better visualize the anatomy or pathology according to established protocols and guidelines.
Sends images to PACS for interpretation by radiologist.
Acts based on patient and procedural variances.
Notifies appropriate healthcare provider when immediate clinical response is necessary based on findings and patient condition.
Initiates additional scanning techniques for further investigation of area of interest.
Collects and documents additional images and patient data as needed.
Provides the interpreting physician with a summary of findings according to hospital protocol.
Documents information about patient care, exams, and patient history in appropriate record.
Verifies correct order is entered into HIS/RIS.
Documents appropriate patient history into PACS system.
Documents any exceptions to the established guidelines.
Facilitates correspondence with all departments to assure procedures are done in a timely manner.
Works with centralized scheduling, nursing units and ER to accommodate STAT or ASAP orders.
Responds to emergency call per department procedures.
Maintains equipment and workstation in optimum condition.
Performs daily QC on equipment.
Assures adequate patient care and office supplies are maintained.
Reports equipment malfunction to service provider and supervisor.
Implements downtime procedures when necessary.
Coordinates rescheduling of patients during equipment downtime.
Initiates established downtime procedures during HIS/RIS and PACS downtime.
Attends department meetings/reviews minutes as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Competency and Experience (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
Required Qualifications/Experience
- Completion of CAAHEP accredited Medical Ultrasound Program
Preferred Qualifications/Experience
- One year ultrasound experience
License, Certification & Clearances
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
Current registry with the American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographers with 1 certifications of the following: Abdominal, Vascular, OB/GYN, Breast, or Nuchal Translucency.
Act 33 clearance
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
Work Environment
- See chart below.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
Incumbents will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
Travel may be expected locally between System locations.
Physical Demands/Requirements
- See chart below.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
X
Extreme Cold
X
Heights
X
Confined Spaces
X
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
X
Mechanical Hazards
X
X
Use of Vibrating Tools
X
Operates Vehicle (company)
X
Operates Heavy Equipment
X
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
X
X
Rotates All Shifts
X
X
8 Hours Shifts
X
X
10-12 Hours Shifts
X
X
On-Call
X
X
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)
X
X
Travel Between Sites
X
X
Direct Patient Care
X
X
Respirator Protective Equipment
X
X
Eye Protection
X
X
Head Protection (hard hat)
X
Hearing Protection
X
Hand Protection
X
X
Feet, Toe Protection
X
X
Body Protection
X
X
Latex Exposure
X
X
Solvent Exposure
X
Paint (direct use) Exposure
X
Dust (sanding) Exposure
X
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
X
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
X
X
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
X
X
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
X
Mist Exposure
X
Wax Stripper (direct use)
X
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
X
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
X
Laser Exposure
X
X
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
X
X
Sitting
X
X
Walking
X
X
Climbing Stairs
X
X
Climbing Ladders
X
Standing
X
X
Kneeling
X
Squatting (Crouching)
X
X
Twisting/Turning
X
X
Keyboard/Computer Operation
X
X
Gross Grasp
X
X
Fine Finger Manipulation
X
X
Hand/Arm Coordination
X
X
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
X
20#
Carry
X
<10#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
X
X
Seeing Near w/Acuity
X
X
Feeling (Sensation)
X
X
Color Vision
X
X
Hearing Clearly
X
X
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
X
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
X
X
Reaching Forward
X
X
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
X
<10#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
X
50#
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
X
<10#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
X
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is require
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)