As our patient, you can expect advanced care close to home from specialists throughout the Baystate Health system. Some of the many types of care we offer include:

• Behavioral health, including suicide screenings and assessments
• Breast care, including high-risk patients
• Cardiology care
• Cardiovascular rehabilitation
• Emergency care available 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• Gastroenterology
• Imaging, including CT scans, MRI scans and X-rays
• Nephrology (kidney care)
• Laboratory services
• Mammography, including 3D mammography
• Obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN)
• Pulmonary medicine, including pulmonary rehabilitation
• Inpatient rehabilitation care at Bronson Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit
• Urology
• Women's health, including urogynecologic care and incontinence treatment
• And care for many other injuries, illnesses, and conditions

Schedule:

Per Diem

Location:

Baystate Noble Hospital (BNH)

Westfield, MA

Summary:

Under the supervision of the Radiologist and according to established policies and procedures, operates imaging equipment as required, to obtain diagnostic images according to Radiologist specifications; will assist the Radiologist in procedures as required.

Responsible for coordinating patient flow, operating all systems for routine, specialty and research studies, supporting protocol development, and performing all duties related to scanning and image processing for their assigned specialty. Consistently follows proper patient screening/care protocols and provides accurate documentation associated with each exam while supporting expedited patient throughput and diagnosis.

Ability to operate ultrasound machine to produce cross-sectional images of patient's body for diagnostic purposes where applicable.  Through the use of independent judgment and initiative is able to perform imaging sequences necessary to reach a medical diagnosis and decision . Must be able to provide professional and quality care while following hospital policies, procedures and standards. May be responsible for specific areas of instruction in the training of new staff or others in specialty assigned area for procedures, protocols, equipment and/or safety issues.

May float to other locations/hospitals in Baystate Health system to support patient care and staffing needs.

Job Responsibilities:

1)  Demonstrates excellent customer service through positive patient experience; promotes positive inter/intradepartmental communications and relationships; maintains confidentiality.

2)  With guidance and supervision from the lead sonographer, operate ultrasound equipment, adjust controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other test specifications to obtain medical diagnosis through the use of appropriate acoustical parameters and in accordance with accepted protocols.  Perform technical procedures which may include one or more of the following; abdominal, OB/GYN, trans-vaginal, trans-rectal, scrotal, thyroid, breast and vascular.

3)  Maintains knowledge of procedures/protocols and applies knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and is able to identify pathology, within scope of practice to obtain necessary diagnostic information.  Responsible for independent and proficient operation of all assigned imaging equipment in area of specialty to provide the best image outcomes in a proficient and time sensitive manner.

4) Properly identifies patient information using two patient identifiers and complies with National Patient Safety Goals standards.  Performs procedures as outlined including but not limited to routine, specialized, emergency and urgent imaging procedures.  Responsible for providing accurate, high quality exams.       

5)  Maintains operational communication with Supv/Mgr; shares information and follows through with assigned tasks.

6)  Works as a member of the health care team including physicians, nurses and other health care professionals in diagnostic testing.           

7)  Operates and maintains exam room and equipment:  evaluates equipment problems and takes appropriate action to expedite necessary service or repair.  Demonstrates knowledge/understanding in effectively operating all equipment.  Performs quality checks on equipment in accordance with departmental procedures.  Keeps work areas stocked with appropriate supplies.  Keeps all imaging rooms neat and clean.  Ensures supplies in work area are not damaged or outdated.  Discards waste in appropriate waste containers according to established procedures.

8)  Recognizes examination findings that may require immediate clinical response and notifies the radiologist (example: critical test results) and verifies timely transfer of images to the PACS system.

9)  Assures ongoing compliance with JC, MQSA and ACR regulatory and DPH/CMS requirements.  Participates in departmental quality assurance activities.  Supports QC activities in the department.

10) Performs accurate and high quality exams to assure proper technique, positioning and visualization of the appropriate anatomy requested.  Instructs patient before and during procedure to maximize probability of obtaining a complete and accurate result.

11) Maintains standards of skills:  demonstrates/maintains current knowledge/skill in providing appropriate care for all patients potentially served in an imaging service, to include pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.

12) Presents self to all patients and other customers in a pleasant, professional and courteous manner at all times.

13) Attends and participates in in-service meetings and other designated training events that will enhance clinical skills as documented by attendance at meetings/seminars.

14) Reports any suggestions for positive changes or recommendations within departmental policies/procedures to supervisor.

15) Accurately inputs data, demographics and information into appropriate modality specific computer applications and systems.

16) Assists in the training of techologists, residents and students when assigned to same work area according to departmental procedures, where applicable.  Demonstrates a willingness to learn new procedures and accept new responsibilities.     

17) Observes strict safety standards in area of specialty ensuring the safety of patients, family members, staff and visitors.  Maintains an environment that is free of hazards.

18) Utilizes time in an effective manner by coordinating patients and procedures to achieve maximum productivity as observed by supervisor.

19) Assist the radiologist in a wide range of sterile procedures, as dictated by modality.   

Required Work Experience: 

1) Demonstrated ability to perform sonography duties.

2) Eligible for Registration with American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (in one or more of the following areas; abdomen, OB/GYN, vascular, breast) within 6 months of hire.

Skills and Competencies:

1)  Ability to work with computer applications. 

2) Demonstrates good verbal and written communication. 

3) Able to work independently and be self-motivated.

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All correspondence can be directed to:

Jim Pugliese, Healthcare Recruiter

[email protected]