Ultrasound Technologist
Des Moines, IA
Trinity Health FirstChoice
1x8 hrs, Nights

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GREAT NEWS!! FIRSTCHOICE MOBILE STAFFING AT MERCY ONE DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER,  IOWA  HAS THE FOLLOWING IMAGING NEEDS AVAILABLE: 

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Ultrasound Technologist 

Are you a Ultrasound Tech looking for Flexible scheduling, local AND travel opportunities plus premium compensation? Explore FirstChoice – Trinity Health's travel staffing solution! We are looking for Ultrasound Techs to join our team! 

JOB SUMMARY

Performs Ultrasound exams including OB/Gyn, abdominal, breast and small parts on a scheduled or emergent basis.  Assists Radiologist as requested when needed.  Ages of patients served range in age from newborn to geriatric.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Behaves in accordance with the Mission, Vision, and guiding behaviors of Trinity Health Assists physician(s) and/or radiologist(s) in specialized procedures.

Follows sterile procedure and can assist in monitoring HR/BP during these procedures if necessary.

Utilizes critical thinking in daily and emergent assessment of proper protocols. Assesses each patient for proper prep/scanning procedure for each ordered exam. Follows protocols that have been set in place for the Ultrasound Department. Coordinates work with other sonographers. Completes documentation accurately and thoroughly. Follows the ARDMS rules and regulations.  Observes safety precautions when handling patients, while performing examinations and while patients are in direct contact. Demonstrates safety with chemicals when handling/disinfecting any necessary equipment. Performs visual inspection daily of all equipment to ensure its safety/cleanliness. Operates 2D, M-mode, and Doppler ultrasound unit with appropriate transducers utilized to perform and adequately ascertain the location of specific organs, with demonstration on film with recordings of appropriate calculations for measurements.   Demonstrates basic patient care skills.  Maintains unit specific competencies and participates in review of the high-risk/ low-frequency competencies. Maintains knowledge of equipment and continuously learns new technology and can trouble shoot equipment, report malfunctioning equipment and ensure its repair and return to service. Provides professional leadership in the delivery of patient care. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local laws and regulations, the Trinity Healthy Organizational Integrity Program, including the Standard of Conduct, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behaviors. Serves as a consultant, resource person, and role model representing respiratory care in the health system committees or work groups as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be board eligible by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiology Technologist.  Must be certified as a RDMS or ARRT in ABD, OB/GYN, Breast and RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) within a time frame determined by the hiring manager and in accordance with the American College of Radiology. Completion of associate degree in area of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Must be BLS certified upon hire. Working weekend, holiday, and rotating shifts as well as on-call is required. Must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills in a Windows environment. Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment. Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission and vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Supplemental Duties and Responsibilities

1. Completes Health Stream yearly on a timely basis per Trinity Health standards

2. Responsible for own education for professional growth and maintains log of activities.

Job Details:

Location: Mercy One

Start Date: Flexible  

Weeks: 13  

Hours: 4 x 10

Shift: Nights

Gross Weekly Rate: $2664

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.