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Ultrasound Technologist – St. Mary's Hospital

Bon Secours, Richmond, VA, United States


Overview
About Us: As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. The organization values compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect, with a commitment to compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship.

Role: Ultrasound Technologist - Full Time Nights - St. Mary’s Hospital. Candidates accepting a full-time offer may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $20,000. Rules & restrictions apply; ask your recruiter for details. Internal BSMH associates are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.

Job Summary
The ultrasound technologist performs ultrasound procedures and related techniques, producing images for interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner. May be required to learn to scan vascular exams (e.g., venous duplex scans). Will perform direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. Under the direction of Radiology leadership, the ultrasound tech performs duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures in the use of ultrasound for the diagnosis of disease or pathology.

Essential Functions

Demonstrates knowledge of direct patient care by evaluating the patient, verifying patient ID, and related information to assure appropriate procedure is performed

Explains procedure to patient; prepares patient for procedure by obtaining and recording patient history and consent form (if applicable)

Ensures patient comfort, privacy, and safety during procedure; monitors condition of patient and medical equipment, reporting changes to patient care services

Documents sonographer's impressions and relays findings to physician

Obtains and records images necessary to demonstrate normal and pathological findings; documents pertinent information (e.g., lab values, patient histories); maintains clinical competency across age groups as deemed necessary by the facility

Participates in performance improvement projects

Assists department in achieving successful results in all applicable federal, state and local agency audits

Participates in education/instruction of students and orientation of new staff; ensures high-level disinfection of probes per Joint Commission standards

Uses various ultrasound modalities dependent on the anatomy being examined; becomes proficient in recognizing cross-sectional anatomy and related technology

Demonstrates favorable guest relations and promotes hospital values in daily work performance

May perform other related patient care duties

Education

Associates, AMA allied health training program in Ultrasound (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

Graduate of an ultrasonography program and ARDMS or Sonographer by ARRT registry eligible (required)

Certification/Registration with ARRT or ARDMS (required)

AND (for both)

Advanced modality registration in Ultrasound Technology by ARDMS or ARRT (preferred, or must obtain within 2 years)

Experience

1 year experience as an Ultrasound Tech (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

Reads and interprets written/oral instructions

Meets deadlines; prioritizes work; works independently

Identifies and understands issues and problems; examines data; draws logical conclusions

Demonstrates critical thinking and effective communication

Makes decisions with impact on the immediate work unit and may affect outside units

Organizes thoughts and presents information clearly

Flexible and adaptable to change; adheres to ethical practices

Maintains professional relationships; accepts constructive feedback

Adheres to SDMS Code of Ethics and Scope of Practice for Diagnostic Ultrasound Professionals

Customer service orientation

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) – preferred

PACS – preferred

What We Offer

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Equal Opportunity
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For an affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

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