Travel Ultrasound Technologist
Corbin, KY
LanceSoft
3x12 hrs, Days

Provides health care services by applying sonic energy to assist in diagnosis. Performs Sonography procedures, computer processing and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by a Radiologist or a licensed independent practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of service and maintains a demeanor complimentary to medical ethics. Recognizes various patient conditions in order to provide appropriate patient care to ensure successful completion of the exam or procedure. Job Responsibilities: -Produce quality images for Radiologist’s review with correct interpretation. -Prepares copy of images and records image release in electronic health record. -Verifies images archived to PACS and notifies PACS administrator of any issues. -Send images to tele-radiology service after hours as instructed. -Participate in image Peer Review with US Coordinator. -Works with US Coordinator and Radiologist on ACR accreditation as needed. -Assists US Coordinator, Radiology Manager, and Radiology Director in equipment and software selections. -Orders and/or restocks supplies and linens. -Report all equipment malfunction to the proper personnel. -Report any environmental safety concerns to proper personnel. -Work with US Coordinator and vendors to schedule maintenance on equipment. -Works with EHR team, US Coordinator, Radiology Manager and/or Radiology Director on changes/needs for the Electronic Health Record (EHR). -Manages physical and financial resources within established guidelines. Includes monitoring supply inventory, assuring equipment properly maintained and proposal for budgeting items related to US. -Stays up to date on regulatory standards and changes. -Verifies orders, verifies patient name/birth date and history. -Documents all incidents related to patient care on in electronic health records (example incident reports, medications given, etc.) -Performs and documents time out procedure for invasive procedures. -Follow department protocol for all exams. -Provides initial interpretation for exams per department protocol. -Works with transport and nursing units to coordinate patient exams. -Continuously monitors the patient throughout the exam. -Assist Radiologist and authorized providers with exams/procedures as necessary. -Maintains a cohesive working relationship and spirit of cooperation with coworkers, other employees and related individuals. -Sets a positive example for staff through professional knowledge, appearance, personal conduct and interactions. -Maintains a professional working environment and follows all hospital policies and guideline recommendations. -Follow and implement hospital policies and guideline recommendations. -Proactively plans and execute daily patient flow and staff schedule. -Provides supervision and instruction to ultrasound students on site for clinical rotation. -Actively participates in training new employees in equipment functionality, exam protocols and modifications. -Adheres to hospital and department dress codes, wearing safety shoes and other safety equipment as deemed appropriate. -Attends all required safety training programs and describes his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, specific job-related hazards, and national patient safety goals. -Attend training and development classes and work site meetings as required by the Director, or their designer. -Follows safety guidelines established by the accrediting and government agencies. -Follows hospital wide and departmental infection control policies and procedures. - knowledge of role in Life Safety Program and participates in fire drills as appropriate. -knowledge of role in Emergency Preparedness Program. Participates in disaster drills, as appropriate.

Day 1 Dental, Health, Vision insurance. Referral bonus and extension bonus.