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Ultrasound/Vascular Technologist

Department: Ultrasound - BMC
Usual Schedule: 10:30p-7a M-F
Regions:
On Call Requirements: Weekend BackUp Call Rotation
Job Category: Allied Health
Work Location: Carle BroMenn Medical Center
Employment Type: Full - Time
Nursing Specialty:
Job Post ID: 44599
Secondary Job Category:
Experience Requirements: None
Weekend Requirements: Weekend BackUp Call Rotation
Education Requirements: Not Indicated
Shift: Night
Location: Bloomington-Normal, IL
Holiday Requirements: Rotating
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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:
Performs general, OB and some vascular Ultrasound. May also perform breast Ultrasound. Maintains working knowledge of all Radiology and General Vascular U/S exams and procedures. Assists with the training of new staff.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associate's Degree in Related field or Certificate in Radiologic Technology

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
RDMS Abdomen (AB)(ARDMS) within 6 months OR RDMS Obstetrics/Gynecology (OB/GYN)(ARDMS) within 6 months
Registered Vascular Tech (RVT)(ARDMS) within 1 year 
BLS within 30 days
 
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Positive attitude and demonstrated willingness to assess and improve work environment. Ability to perform multiple tasks while coordinating patient flow and a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Performs routine and complex sonography imaging by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accreting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols. Selects proper sonography protocols and techniques to obtain optimal data. Reviews cases with the radiologist when appropriate. Reviews labs and patient history to perform correct exam.
  • Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist.
  • Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.
  • Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and other digital and reporting systems providing necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes the web servers and email systems to send exams for preliminary readings after hours.
  • Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.
  • Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss.
  • Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary. May perform duties of Sono Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence.
  • Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity.
  • May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer.
  • Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department.
  • Perform all other job duties as assigned.
  • Stays current in obstetrical ultrasound practices and research.
  • Processes images in accordance with standard procedures or techniques.
  • Protects ultrasound patients by adhering to safety policies and protocols.
  • Protects healthcare organization value by keeping information confidential; cautioning others regarding potential breaches.



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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.

Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.

 

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