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Baylor Scott & White Health

Ultrasound Technologist

Baylor Scott & White Health, Lakeway, Texas, United States,


Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Ultrasound Technologist for a job in Lakeway, Texas.Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Ultrasound TechnologistDiscipline:

Allied Health ProfessionalDuration:

Ongoing40 hours per weekShift:

8 hours, daysEmployment Type:

StaffMulticredentialed Sonographer10k Sign On Bonus BSW Lakeway Medical Center

Full Time Tue-Fri 7a-5:30p

MUST HAVE AB, OB and RVT

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides:

Eligibility on day 1 for all benefitsDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%Debt-free tuition assistance, offering accessto many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and moreImmediate access to time off benefitsAt Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority. Visit BSWHealth.com/Benefits to learn about all of our programs that supports mind, body and spirit

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

ABOUT US

Baylor Scott & White has been certified as a “Great Place to Work”.

There are many reasons to join our team of Imaging professionals.

Our magnet-awarded facilities include teaching hospitals and offer career growth.

At Baylor Scott & White we value our team members. Our thriving diverse culture promotes self-care and work-life balance.

Reasons to join the most rewarded healthcare system in Texas include:

Flexible work schedulingCareer advancement/ Leadership opportunitiesRelocation assistanceIntraoperative- dedicated OR technologistsVarious shifts available for 8, 10 or 12 hoursEnhanced shift differential payTuition: Fully funded bachelor’s and master’s degreesCompetitive Wages and IncentivesCross-training across modalitiesWork in your preferred setting: Academic Level 1 trauma center/ Community Hospital/ Pediatric Hospital/ Ambulatory and Specialty ClinicsJOB SUMMARY

The Multi-modality Sonographer performs any combination of basic to advanced ultrasound services and procedures for patients, which may include:? abdominal, Ob/Gyn, cardiac, vascular, musculoskeletal and small parts.? This position examines the patient?s clinical history in order to identify the purpose of the examination, frames the clinical questions that the examination is intended to answer and expands the examination as necessary to answer clinical questions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Performs multiple modality ultrasound procedures utilizing a variety of equipment and techniques and makes the necessary measurements required for the interpretation to obtain accurate, high quality results.Identifies and defines abnormalities specific to the procedure and extends the scope of the examination appropriately, deviating from standard techniques when necessary and correlating other diagnostic test results with anatomy and function. Utilizes appropriate protection measures during procedures.May assist physicians in the procedure rooms and operating rooms by performing ultrasound studies to aid in proceeding with complex procedures to decrease risk factors.Prepares patients for procedures and obtains clinical history from the patient including related physical findings and pertinent laboratory data in order to fit the imaging techniques to obtain comprehensive and diagnostic exams to alleviate the probability of erroneous clinical interpretation of the ultrasound. Explains the purpose of the ultrasound examination to the patient and answers questions.Records statistics and performs daily maintenance of the ultrasound Lab and its equipment, reporting all malfunctions as appropriate.Acts as a resource to other staff, physicians and students regarding equipment, techniques, procedures and studies to optimize patient care.Works closely with ultrasound team to ensure quality processes and adherence to protocols, and assists with unit and/or organization accreditation activities as delegated.Implements protocols as new technology evolves, and ensures implementation and adherence to system standards.Assures operation of equipment by performing quality checks following manufacturer?s recommendations and troubleshooting equipment as required.KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Must be familiar with approved clinical protocols for each type of ultrasound examination to be performed.Must meet all of the qualifications and requirements for any two of the following modalities: Ob/Gyn, cardiac, vascular, musculoskeletal, or small parts, and will work a minimum of 25% of the time in the second modality. Pediatric and adult scopes are studied separate specialties by certification.Knowledge and ability to apply complex sonographic methods, instrumentation and techniques.Knowledge of relevant anatomy and physiology for each different specialty.Knowledge of proper infection control, including precautionary procedures.Knowledge of relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and privacy.Ability to interact and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with healthcare providers, including other sonographers, physicians and nurses.Skilled in the utilization of computers and medical equipment.#featuredjob1024

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualificationEXPERIENCE - 2 Years of ExperienceCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Adv Cardiac Sonographer (ACS), ARRT-S Sonography (ARRT-S), ARRT-VI Interventional Rad (ARRT-VI), Musculoskeletal Sonography (MSK), Reg Congenital Cardiac Sono (RCCS), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Reg Diag Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Ped.Echocardiography (PE) (RDCS-PE), Reg Diag Med Sono-Abdomen (AB) (RDMS-AB), Reg Diag Med Sono-Breast (BR) (RDMS-BR), RDMS Fetal Echocardiograpy (RDMS-FE), Reg Diag Med Sono-OB/GYN (OB) (RDMS-OB), RDMS-Pediatric Sonography (PS) (RDMS-PS), Registered Vascular Sonographe (RVS), Registered Vascular Tech (RVT): Must have TWO of the following:-ACS-ARRT-S, ARRT-VI-MSK-RCCS, RCS-RDCS, RDCS-PE-RDMS-AB, RDMS-BR,RDMS-FE, RDMS-OB, RDMS-PS-RVS-RVT.Baylor Scott & White Health Job ID #24010033.About Baylor Scott & White Health

As the largest not-for-profit health system in the state of Texas, Baylor Scott & White promotes the health and well-being of every individual, family and community it serves. It is committed to making quality care more accessible, convenient and affordable through its integrated delivery network, which includes the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, the Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance and its leading digital health platform – MyBSWHealth. Through 51 hospitals and more than 1,100 access points, including flagship academic medical centers in Dallas, Fort Worth and Temple, the system offers the full continuum of care, from primary to award-winning specialty care. Founded as a Christian ministry of healing more than a century ago, Baylor Scott & White today serves more than three million Texans.Benefits

Holiday PayContinuing Education401k retirement planWellness and fitness programsEmployee assistance programsMedical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefitsBenefits start day 1Life insuranceDiscount programSign-On bonus