Ultrasoung Tech Per Diem
 Salem Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Salem | |
| 81 Highland Avenue (Show on map) | |
 Feb 12, 2025 | |
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Summary
Responsible for providing quality patient care while producing ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment. The responsibilities also include completing scans effectively and efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of patient care possible in order to provide the most remarkable patient experience. Does this position require Patient Care?Yes Essential Functions -Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures which may include transporting, transferring, immobilizing, and positioning patients -Explain procedures to patients taking into consideration physical and emotional needs -Independently perform Ultrasound exams on patients providing high quality images -Records digital images as directed for radiologist interpretation -Assists physician in needle biopsies, renal biopsies, etc. -Maintains pertinent records Education Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging required or Associate's Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required or Trade/Technical/Vocational Diploma Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Radiologic Technologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Sonographer [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer [RDCS] - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer [RDMS] - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred Certified Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) preferred Experience ultrasound scanning experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Good communication skills. - Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve. - Ability to work independently. - Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others. - Good business acumen skills. Physical Requirements North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |