Ultrasound Technologist (NO On-call And NO Holidays!)

Per the new state mandate San Diego Imaging and Sharp and Children’s MRI Center require proof of COVID vaccine as a condition of employment. Medical or religious exemptions are available for those who qualify.

Summary: The Ultrasound Technologist will perform day-to-day activities of ultrasound imaging, including ultrasound related procedures. Perform a wide variety of technical procedures with quality patient care, assisting Physicians as needed. Communicate findings to Radiologists as appropriate.

This will be achieved by performing the following duties.

Essential Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Demonstrates skill in the use of sensitive ultrasonography equipment to obtain accurate and meaningful results. Obtain the patient's history and show a correlation of the clinical history with the test performed. Communicates effectively with radiologists about the effects of ultrasound exams.
• Obtains the highest quality images possible, assuring the anatomical area of interest is captured on a model as completely as possible.
• Practices sterile and isolation techniques are resulting in the prevention of cross-contamination and infection. Maintains cleanliness and disinfects equipment, supplies, and rooms as needed
• With the assistance of the radiologists, develop, implement, and communicate ultrasonography techniques with all Ultrasound Technologists.
• Facilitate referring physicians' requests.
• Maintains a high quality of patient care.
• Ensures the patient flow within the department is constant and organized.
• Communicates in a positive and timely manner with co-workers, physicians, patients, and visitors.
• Demonstrates skills in the proficient use of PACS and RIS.
• Maintains equipment calibration by performing quality control tests according to established procedures and frequency schedule.
• Maintains equipment and orders supplies when needed.
• Assists in training new Ultrasound Technologists, as needed.
• Adheres to departmental Policy, Procedures, and guidelines. (E.g. dress code, standard precautions)
• Ensures compliance with State and Federal regulations.

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Job Knowledge / Technical Skills – Thoroughly understands all aspects of the job; possesses practical hands-on experience; Needs some direction. Drive to build one's knowledge base and improve professional skills continuously.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things; Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Writing is clear, informative and professional.
• Medical Office Environment - Must possess an understanding of the functionality of medical office operations, radiation safety, patient safety, desired patient through-put while providing optimal patient care, and consideration for patient's circumstances, preferably in outpatient radiology.
• Teamwork - The ability to work effectively with others, balancing the needs of the team and those of the individual; Gives and welcomes feedback.
• Administration and Organization Support - Follows policies and procedures; Processes documentation accurately, timely and legibly; Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance and Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Safety and Security - Daily actions demonstrate our standard for a safe and secure workplace.
• Stress Management- Successfully copes with demands from patients, superiors, subordinates, and peers.
• Professionalism- Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
• Dependability- Can be relied upon to meet schedules, deadlines, and productivity standards; completes tasks on time or notifies the appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Appearance and Grooming- Practices and appropriate grooming, hygiene, and attire selection.
• Problem Solving/Judgement- Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions and assess consequences; works well in group problem-solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Initiative- Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed; Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); successful completion of radiology technologist educational program with two to four years related experience and/or training in outpatient Radiology.
• Licensure and Certification: Current Certification with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) for subspecialties in Vascular, Abdomen, and OB exams.
• Language Skills: Must possess the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Must possess the ability to write simple correspondences. Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Reasoning Ability: Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Must possess the ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Healthcare Business Acumen: Must have the knowledge and be well-versed in the nuances and complexities of the business aspects of healthcare, including Protected Health Information (PHI) procedures and safeguarding other identifiable information regarding patient data.
• Business Acumen: Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
• Technology/Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software, Spreadsheet software, Word Processing software, and imaging database software.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

Standing and Sitting: Specific demands for standing and sitting on this job:

• Regularly required to stand;
• Regularly required to sit

Walking and Reaching: Specific demands for walking and reaching on this job:

• Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms

Climb, Balance, Crawl: Specific demands for this job:

• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Dexterity and Sense of Touch: Specific demands for the sense of touch and dexterity on this job:

• Frequently required to use hand to finger movements, handle, or feel;

Lifting: Specific demands for lifting on this job:

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
• Patient lift assist as necessary

Vision: Specific vision abilities required by this job:

• Close vision
• Distance Vision
• Color Vision
• Peripheral Vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

Verbal and Auditory Demands: Specific talking and hearing abilities required by this job:

• Must be able to talk and hear

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The employee is exposed to:

• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Risk of electrical shock
• Risk of radiation

Conditions of Employment: This job has conditions of employment essential to the position. This list is not considered comprehensive, and other conditions of employment are likely due to the nature of the position.

• All employees must be eligible to participate in federal health care programs and must not be included in the Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General Exclusion List.
• All employees that interact with patients where the risk of TB exposure or infection, are required to participate in the Company TB screening, testing, and evaluation in accordance with the California Health and Safety Code.
• Basic life support certified; CPR certification from an approved program.
• Professional Certification from accrediting agency related directly to the field of work. (Ultrasonography)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• * Are you fully COVID Vaccinated and able to provide proof of vaccination? (If not applicable religious or medical exemptions are available for those who qualify)

Experience:

• Medical Imaging: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• ARRT Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location