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ULTRASONOGRAPHER II PRN – Great BenefitsAre you looking for a rewarding career with family-friendly hours and top-notch benefits? We’re looking for a qualified Ultrasonographer like you to join our Texas Health family.Position HighlightsWork location: Texas Health Dallas
as needed) Rotating shifts and schedules with call and holiday rotation required ( must report with in 30 minutes for call)
Salary range: $33.06 - $49.76 per hour (based on relevant experience)
At Texas Health Dallas we take seriously our mission to improve the health of those in our community. (THD) is an 898-bed, Magnet-designated hospital and recognized clinical program leader, having provided compassionate care to the residents of Dallas and surrounding communities since 1966. A full-service regional referral center, Texas Health Dallas has approximately 3,500 employees and 1,100 physicians on its medical staff, and offers a full range of services, including cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, senior care, women's services and a renowned Level III neonatal intensive care unit. Texas Health Dallas has been recognized as a U.S. News and World Report Best Hospital in multiple specialties and is an accredited Cycle IV Chest Pain Center by the Society of Chest Pain Centers. The hospital is also a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, a certified Emergency Stroke Care center and was named “Best Place to Have a Baby” in Dallas County in 2012.We invite you to join us in furthering your career and our accomplishments and philosophy of excellenceQualifications - ExternalOther Graduate of an AMA approved / accredited Ultrasound Program Pref associate degree
Associate degree Preferred
Other - CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency Required
2 Years clinical experience in a hospital radiology Preferred
CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist Either by the TDH or TMB Upon Hire Required
ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within 6 Months of hire Required
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly within 90 Days of hire Required
Position Responsibilities Texas Health Dallas Unltrasonographer will assess Competency in scanning/equipment operation. Excellent Communication skills. Ability to multitask and prioritize.In addition to the required qualifications, a successful Ultrasonographer will:Imaging Procedures, Quality and ProcessingExplains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to exam
Positions patient to correct anatomical area of interest
Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations
Adjusts technique parameters appropriately for age related factors
Assists radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique
Maintains attention to details
Processes and manipulates images, analyzes image quality, troubleshoots, makes technique adjustments, or repeat procedures as needed
Utilizes proper downtime procedures for PACS and HIS / RIS
Correctly sends and transfers images to PACS
Prints laser images from modality or PACS
Coordinates with Centralized Scheduling and other modalities
Patient CareUses multidisciplinary, team oriented actions
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
Demonstrates knowledge of emergency drugs and equipment
Uses proper body mechanics when assisting patient
Administers contrast media and other medications in accordance with medication administration guidelines
Processes patient information, displays proper phone etiquette and transports patients as needed
Communicates respectfully with co-workers and other departments
Equipment Operation and MaintenanceAdjusts technical factors
Operates, cares for, and maintains equipment
Applies knowledge of physics and accessories
Troubleshoots and properly documents equipment malfunction Maintains equipment and room to sanitary standards between patients (injectors, tabletops, floors)
Stocks supplies daily
Exchanges and maintenance of film badges within designated time frames Demonstrates the knowledge and understanding of quality control and regulatory standards
Productive during periods of decreased workflow
Professional Accountability and PartnershipMaintains and enhances technical skills and technology advancement
Attends departmental continuing education, meetings, and checks email in a timely manner Identifies, troubleshoots, and initiates quality improvement
Manages time and re-prioritizes as necessary
Performs any assignment deemed necessary by supervisorEmployment opportunities are only reflective of wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Full-time- ID: #23252247
- State: Texas Dallas / fort worth 75201 Dallas / fort worth USA
- City: Dallas / fort worth
- Salary: USD TBD TBD
- Showed: 2021-11-21
- Deadline: 2022-01-20
- Category: Et cetera