OUTPATIENT SONOGRAPHER - HFMG GATEWAY OB GYN ULTRASOUNDS
Company: Health First
Location: Orlando
Posted on: October 9, 2024
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Job Description:
*POSITION SUMMARY: *To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No
Harm, Customer Experience, and Stewardship by: Being committed to
the Health First I CARE Values: Integrity, Compassion,
Accountability, Respect and Excellence; Being engaged and
contributing to a positive and productive work environment;
Producing quality images; Following all HF, hospital and
departmental protocols in a professional, memorable and timely
manner; Mentoring the technical development of co-workers and
students within a team concept.PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:Quality/No
Harm:Maintain a safe environment for patients/customers, team
members and yourself. Ensure the correct procedure is performed on
the correct patient by verifying two forms of patient
identification on "Every Patient / Every Time". Perform "time out"
process prior to starting any invasive procedure. Adhere to ALARA
principles of radiation safety. Knowledge regarding location of
emergency equipment/supplies and how to use such
equipment/supplies. Familiar with the Health First Emergency Kardex
and responsibilities in relation to specified emergent codes.
Responsible for hurricane preparedness and your duties as a Health
First associate. Follow Infection Control policies and procedures;
practice aseptic and sterile techniques.Effectively document and
communicate pertinent and required information. Report
malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate department, fellow
associate and management in a timely manner. Accurately complete
all required documentation/forms - written/electronic (ex: patient
history, pregnancy, IV contrast, procedural consent, MAR, safety
portal, medication reconciliation, PACS. Review exam orders from
medical charts and/or prescriptions prior to performing an exam.
Obtain pertinent patient history from the requisition, the patient,
the medical chart or other sources.Perform procedure protocols,
produce images consistent with image quality standards and follow
all Federal, State and Regional healthcare regulations and adhere
to Joint Commission/Accreditation board standards. Properly
position patients and uses appropriate technique. Assure that exam
rooms are clean, neat, stocked and disinfected; and that equipment
is clean, disinfected and ready for the next patient encounter.
Follow proper image retrieval and file processes.Participate in
quality initiatives and offer suggestions for departmental
improvements including departmental protocols, policies, and
procedures. Accept additional responsibilities to assist with
reaching departmental goals/initiatives. Attend staff
meetings/in-services as required. Reads and signs off on all staff
meeting minutes as required.Properly identifies, prepares and/or
administers medications that are within the technologist's scope of
practice as prescribed by a licensed independent
practitioner.Customer Experience:Communicate effectively with
customers (patients, LIP, other Health First associates, the
public, etc.) using excellent customer relation skills at all
times. Provide appropriate pre and post procedure education to each
patient. Respond appropriately to patient/family concerns or
complaints. Demonstrate sensitivity to patient privacy and
dignity.Practices the "I-CARE PROMISE" I - I will Introduce myself
and my role C - I will Clarify what I will be doing A - I will Ask
if there are any questions R - I will Respond with information and
concern E - I will go the Extra mileStewardship:Utilize
supplies/equipment with care in a safe, proficient and cost
effective manner.Ensure computer data is appropriately entered for
each procedure, - charged completely and appropriately for all
procedure(s) performed and supplies used.Demonstrate effective time
management skills Complete jobs/tasks in a timely and concise
manner. Willingly assist in other areas of the department and
hospital or act as a Health First representative when needed to do
so.Utilize Kronos time clock system properly; report to work area
on time and follow break and lunch policies.Maintain flexibility,
adapt to changes in workflow processes and the needs of the Health
First organization based upon fluctuations in patient
volume.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Education and General
Requirements:Graduate of a Joint Review Committee approved
Radiologic Technology and/or Sonography program or equivalent;
and/or a graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical
Sonography.Prior Sonography experience preferred.Abdomen and OB/GYN
certification desirable for Radiology.ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCS)
certification desirable for Echo.Registered by the American
Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or American
Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (S) or the
Cardiovascular Credentialing Institute (CCI) status within two (2)
years of hire or registry eligible. Note: Crossed trained
associates who are registered by the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T.) must obtain ARRT (S) and/or
ARDMS status within (2) years of becoming registry
eligible.Department Specific Requirement - Must obtain one (1) of
the following certifications ARDMS (RVT), CCI (RVS), or ARRT (VS)
status within two (2) years of hire or registry eligible.Must hold
current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start
date and maintain.Computer-related skills deemed pertinent for
optimal technical performance.Excellent oral and written
communication skills.Ability to report to department within 30
minutes when on call.Able to wear lead aprons for extended periods
of time.PHYSICAL DEMANDSAble to walk, bend, stoop, reach, and lift
throughout their shift.Able to move, lift, or position patients as
required.Able to push necessary equipment, wheelchairs, stretchers,
beds and other movable devices.Dependable and flexible in relation
to covering required shifts.Able to lift up to 40 pounds
unassisted, several times per day.MENTAL DEMANDS:Able to work
effectively and efficiently in a stressful work environment.Able to
respond to life threatening situations.Ability to
multi-task.Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving and
decision-making skills.Exhibit professional code of conduct and
ethical principles.Demonstrate strong organizational skills and the
ability to relate well to all customers.Job:
*RadiologyOrganization: *Health First Medical Group LLCTitle:
Outpatient Sonographer - HFMG Gateway OB Gyn UltrasoundsLocation:
Florida - Brevard CountyRequisition ID: 073377
Keywords: Health First, Land O' Lakes , OUTPATIENT SONOGRAPHER - HFMG GATEWAY OB GYN ULTRASOUNDS, Healthcare , Orlando, Florida
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