<p>If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.</p> <p>Requisition Number:</p> <p>R-19947</p> <p>Facility:</p> <p>LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190</p> <p>Department Name:</p> <p>SSH Imaging Ultrasound</p> <p>Status:</p> <p>Part time</p> <p>Budgeted Hours:</p> <p>0</p> <p>Shift:</p> <p>Varied Shifts (United States of America)</p> <p>Performs ultrasound scanning procedures. Reports preliminary findings and diagnoses to the Radiologist. Takes anatomical pictures to demonstrate organs.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</p> <p>1 - Receives and reviews requests for ultrasound studies on patients of all ages from child to geriatric.</p> <p>a - Performs such exams as Abdominal Echoes, Renal, Aortic, Pelvic, Obstetrical and Biophysical Profiles, small parts to include breast, thyroid and scrotal exams.</p> <p>b - Able to assist radiologist with invasive procedures including biopsies and aspirations.</p> <p>c - Assist surgeons in OR with ultrasound guidance.</p> <p>2 - Utilizes real-time transvaginal transducers.</p> <p>3 - Checks all images with the Radiologist.</p> <p>a - Consults with the Radiologist about the reading or scans and reports.</p> <p>4 - Provides written, unofficial reports of examinations.</p> <p>5 - Takes representative anatomical pictures, recognizes normal versus abnormal anatomy, and exhibits knowledge of various pathological processes.</p> <p>6 - Marks images for proper definition and explanation.</p> <p>7 - Performs general clerical duties accurately, including but not limited to:</p> <p>a - Greeting patients in a courteous manner consistent with the hospital's policy.</p> <p>b - Logs and checks in patients accurately and appropriately.</p> <p>c - Verifies information and exams performed. Updates and changes exam description to reflect actual exams performed. This assures the correct billing of patient accounts.</p> <p>d - Quality assures exams performed, to capture the technologist, the room utilized and the time utilized.</p> <p>e - Disposes of used linen and supplies in an appropriate manner.</p> <p>8 - Safety Awareness - Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.</p> <p>a - Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.</p> <p>b - Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.</p> <p>c - Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.</p> <p>d - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing , as observed by nurse manager and peers.</p> <p>e - Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.</p> <p>f - Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.</p> <p>g - Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.</p> <p>h - Adheres to universal precautions.</p> <p>i - Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.</p> <p>j - Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.</p> <p>Technology and Learning</p> <p>a - Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.</p> <p>b - Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.</p> <p>JOB REQUIREMENTS</p> <p>Minimum Education - Preferred</p> <p>Prefer graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Program.</p> <p>Minimum Work Experience</p> <p>Need one to two (1-2) years to be fully proficient.</p> <p>Required Licenses / Registrations</p> <p>RDMS or eligible - Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers</p> <p>Per Diem, varied hours including days, evenings, and weekend. Minimum committment of two shifts/month when needed. Optional overnight call.</p> <p>Responsibilities if Required:</p> <p>Education if Required:</p> <p>License/Registration/Certification Requirements:</p> <p>Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registration Eligible - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)</p>