Job Information
Northern Light Health Sonographer in Waterville, Maine
Northern Light Inland Hospital
Department: Ultrasound
Position is located: Inland Hospital
Work Type: PRN
Hours Per Week: Variable
Work Schedule: Variable
Summary:
Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures for patients as ordered by physicians. Performs routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices.
Responsibilities:
Transfers and positions patients. Provides immobilization devises as required.
Operates all required equipment. Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis. Develops films. Uses proper sterile techniques.
Provides proper radiation protection as prescribed by safety standards to themselves, patients, visitors, and other personnel.
Provides radiologist with pertinent patient and exam information. Assists Radiologist with exams, invasive procedures, and administering contrast material.
Knowledgeable with, and assists in, all quality assurance and quality control functions and record keeping.
Maintains adequate records. Assists with patient record keeping. .
Maintains an orderly and clean work area. Secures and maintains supplies.
Performs exams in accordance with established protocols. Shares US call and is available to come to the hospital within 30 minutes after being notified.
Assists in the use of a variety of equipment and procedures. May be required to assist in the development of new procedures, technical factors, film selection, and instruct ancillary personnel.
Contributes to department development, education, personal and professional growth.
Maintains familiarity with and follows all department and hospital policies and procedures, safety program, emergency preparedness, Infection Control, etc.
Rotates in the Radiology Department as needed. This may include call, change of shift, change of position, and working beyond end of shift.
Follows all State and AOA requirements.
Complies with Inland Hospital Hand Hygiene Standards.
Adheres to Inland Hospital Standards of Behavior.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
Physical Environment
Exposed to all patient elements including blood and body fluids. May work under extremely stressful situations. Work hours may be long and irregular. Must work in limited lighting. Unpleasant smells. Work may involve standing for prolonged periods of time of confined areas.
Physical Criteria/Effort
Work involves standing, bending, leaning 80% of the time. Moderate physical effort is required in positioning, lifting, and transferring patients. Repeated bending, lifting arms overhead while moving heavy equipment. Frequent bending. Repetitive use of arms. Hearing and vision acuity required. Subject to stress, frustration, and fatigue.
SAFETY
Maintain a safe environment which includes knowing and understanding hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Report and directly address identified environmental hazards when appropriate.
Report and directly address violations of patient safety policy and/or protocol when involved or observed.
Occupational Risks
Exposure to blood and body fluids. Possibility of needle sticks or cuts. Exposure to all patient elements. Possibility of injury from lifting or repetitive movements. Eye strain from working in darkened area.
Probability and Consequences of Errors
Improper technique, or thoroughness of scans, could result in missed or inappropriate diagnosis.
Numbers Supervised
This is a non-supervisory position.
Minimum Requirements for the Job
RDMS registry or registry eligible preferred. Previous experience desired.
Education
Training in ultrasonography and registered with ARDMS as a licensed sonographer.
Experience
Previous experience in OB/GYN, abdominal sonography.
Special Knowledge Required
Must have thorough knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology. Must be able to recognize and demonstrate normal and abnormal anatomy.
Competencies and Skills
Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation.
Demonstrates Adaptability: Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity. Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing one's behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively.
Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence: Exhibits a high level of self-awareness, self-management, other awareness and relationship management. Conducts themselves in an empathic, appropriate way, with a sense of humor and stimulates a collaborative work environment. Is respectful of the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of the influence of their own behavior on them. Is aware of relevant social, political, system, and professional trends and developments and uses this information for the organization's benefit.
Effectively Communicates: Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Communication methods are fitting to the message(s), audience, and situation and follow-ups are regular and timely. Shows that important (non-) verbal information is absorbed and understood and asks further questions to clarify when necessary. Expresses ideas and views clearly to others and has ability to adjust use of language to the audiences' level.
Exercises Sound Judgment & Decision Making: Understands and processes complex information, which allows for appropriate and accountable conclusions. Does not react too quickly or slowly. Balances facts, goals, and potential approaches taking the appropriate criteria into account. Makes active decisions and commits oneself by communicating confidently and respectfully.
Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
No previous experience required.
Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.
Promotes Health and Safety: Promotes a healthy and safe environment for patients, employees and visitors. Advocates and models healthy physical and mental health behaviors even in challenging circumstances. Sets high quality standards and strives for continuous improvement and quality assurance by reporting and encouraging others to report near misses and safety issues.
Provides Patient-Centered Care: Demonstrates understanding of patient care quality and service as organizational priority. Proactively supports change to improve patient experience and results. Exhibits the ability and willingness to find out what the patient wants and needs and to act accordingly, taking the organizational and outside resources into account. Cooperates, collaborates, communicates, and integrates care within and between teams to ensure that care is continuous and reliable.
Resolves Conflict: Promptly acts to find alternatives/solutions when team members disagree. Addresses issues in a direct, honest, and appropriate manner. Handles conflicting interests diplomatically and helps to solve them. Transforms difficult situations into teachable moments using respect and accountability.
Utilizes Resources Effectively: Understands how to get the most out of available resources and uses cost-benefit thinking in decision-making and in setting priorities. Monitors and analyzes resource usage to identify and eliminate areas of waste and maximize resources. As a leader, defines targets and provides appropriate means; oversees progress and makes adjustments when necessary. Appropriately delegates work, sets clear direction and manages workflow and time.
Education
- Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)Training in ultrasonography and registered with ARDMS as a licensed sonographer.
Working Conditions
Work with computers, typing, reading or writing.
Lifting, moving and loading 20 to 30 pounds.
Prolonged periods of sitting.
Prolonged periods of walking.
Potential exposure to diseases or infections.
Potential exposure to noxious odors.
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