Ultrasonographer II - PRN

Ultrasonographer II

Radiology Ultrasound department is looking for a top skilled Ultrasonographer II. Is that you?

Work location: Texas Health Kaufman, 850 Ed Hall Drive, Kaufman TX 75142

Work hours: PRN (As needed); Variable work hours

For more than 40 years, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman has served the communities of Kaufman, Crandall, Forney, Gun Barrel City, Mabank, Terrell, and surrounding areas. We’re a 91-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital that serves our community with excellence every day. We specialize in a wide variety of surgical services, including orthopedic surgery as well as diagnostic and imaging services and outpatient physical therapy. We also specialize in respiratory care, nuclear medicine, and emergency medicine. Texas Health Kaufman is a Joint Commission-certified facility. We’re recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Pathway to Excellence hospital for our commitment to creating a positive practice environment that engages and empowers our staff. You belong here

Here’s What You Need

Education

· High School Diploma or Equivalent required

· Other Graduate of an AMA approved/accredited Ultrasound Program preferred

· Associate’s Degree preferred

Experience

· 2 years clinical experience in a hospital radiology preferred

Licenses and Certifications

· BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required And

· ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Sonography and one additional modality upon hire required Or

· ARDMS – American Registry for Diagnostic and Medical Sonographers must have 2 certifications upon hire required And

· Other RVT or VT(RVS) as one modality if performing vascular sonography upon hire required

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What You Will Do

Imaging Procedures, Quality and Processing

· Explains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to and during exam.

· Images correct anatomical area of interest and pathology according to department protocols.

· Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations.

· Adjusts ultrasound parameters appropriately for quality images.

· Assists radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique.

Equipment Operation and Maintenance

· Adjusts technical parameters to optimize image.

· Operates, cares for and maintains equipment.

· Applies proper knowledge of instrumentation, probe selection and cognitive sonographic skills.

· Troubleshoots and properly documents equipment malfunction.

· Maintains equipment and room to sanitary standards.

Patient Care

· Prepares room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies).

· Checks physician orders and exam requisitions using time-out procedures.

· Greets and acknowledges patient, using two forms of ID.

· Obtains patient history.

· Handles patients with IVs, oxygen, chest tubes or other devices, and monitor patient during imaging.

Professional Accountability and Partnership

· Maintains ARDMS, CME credits and CPR yearly or when applicable (ARRT and CMRT if applicable).

· Attends departmental continuing education, meetings, and checks email routinely.

· Identifies, troubleshoots and initiates quality improvement.

· Manages time and re-prioritizes as necessary.

· Performs any assignment deemed necessary by supervisor

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Ultrasonographer II

· Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.

· At Texas Health, our people make this a great place to work every day. Our inclusive, supportive, people-first, excellence-driven culture make us a great place to work.

· Explore our Texas Health careers sitefor info like Benefits, Job Listings by Category, recent Awardswe’ve won and more.

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org.

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Pay: From $35.83 per hour

Healthcare setting:

• Acute care

Travel requirement:

• No travel

License/Certification:

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

Work Location: In person