About this role
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LOC0026 - 101 Columbian Street101 Columbian Street Weymouth, MA 02190Department Name:
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Compensation Pay Range:
$25.74 - $58.55
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1 - Receives and reviews requests for ultrasound studies on patients of all ages from child to geriatric.
a - Performs such Urology US exams as renal/bladder/prostate transabdominal and transrectal.
b - Able to assist radiologist with invasive procedures including prostate biopsies and gold marker placement.
2 - Utilizes real-time transvaginal transducers.
3 - Checks all images with the Radiologist.
a - Consults with the Radiologist about the reading or scans and reports.
4 - Provides written, unofficial reports of examinations.
5 - Takes representative anatomical pictures, recognizes normal versus abnormal anatomy, and exhibits knowledge of various pathological processes.
6 - Marks images for proper definition and explanation.
7 - Performs general clerical duties accurately, including but not limited to:
a - Greeting patients in a courteous manner consistent with the hospital’s policy.
b - Logs and checks in patients accurately and appropriately.
c - Verifies information and exams performed. Updates and changes exam description to reflect actual exams performed. This assures the correct billing of patient accounts.
d - Quality assures exams performed, to capture the technologist, the room utilized and the time utilized.
e - Disposes of used linen and supplies in an appropriate manner.
8 - Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
a - Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
b - Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
c - Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
d - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing , as observed by nurse manager and peers.
e - Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
f - Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
g - Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
h - Adheres to universal precautions.
i - Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
j - Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.
Technology and Learning
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.
b - Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Preferred
Prefer graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Program.
Minimum Work Experience
Need one to two (1–2) years to be fully proficient.
Required Licenses / Registrations
RDMS or eligible - Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Per Diem Day Shift 8a-430p, South Shore Urology, 780 Main St, Weymouth
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
Other facts
About South Shore Health
South Shore Health is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, surgical care, home health and community care, and preventive and wellness services. South Shore Health is the largest independent health system in Southeastern Massachusetts.
South Shore Health comprises South Shore Hospital, South Shore Medical Center, South Shore VNA, Health Express, South Shore Health Foundation, and The Friends of South Shore Health.
We also work with academic medical centers in Boston to bring advanced medical care to our community. Our partners include:
-Boston Children's Hospital
-Brigham and Women's Hospital
-Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Please visit SouthShoreHealth.org/careers to see all of our career opportunities.
What you'll do
- The Ultrasonographer performs ultrasound scanning procedures and reports preliminary findings to the Radiologist. They are responsible for taking anatomical pictures and assisting with invasive procedures.
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