Children's National Medical Center
Ultrasound Technologist- 24 hours weekly
Children's National Medical Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Title:
Ultrasound Technologist - 24 hours weekly (2300034P)Description:
Perform high quality Diagnostic Ultrasound exams while providing excellent patient care.Schedule:
M, W, F 8 am to 4:30Sign on Bonus:
Up to $11K for those that qualifyQualifications
Required Licenses and Certifications:A.R.D.M.S. registration requiredFunctional Accountabilities
Ultrasound Scanning:Demonstrate working knowledge of all diagnostic ultrasound equipment and related components.Produce high quality ultrasound scans via appropriate choice of transducer, scale, focal zones, and gain.Possess excellent knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and ultrasound pathology and document such.Assist radiologists with interventional procedures as directed.Perform all exams in a timely and efficient manner.Quality Control:Identify each image with proper and permanent patient data.Follow correct procedures regarding warm-up, use, and shut down of equipment.Check paperwork, film jackets, and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and complete RIS assignments immediately following exam.Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and equipment.Patient Care:Assure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam.Explain exam to patients/parents.Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment time and accommodate stat or add-on requests.Communicate with patient throughout the exam and release patient/parent with appropriate follow-up info.Cooperative and willing to assist when asked to travel to a CH-affiliated site.Clinical Safety:Adhere to all OSHA regulations.Keep acoustic power within acceptable limits.Practice personal radiation safety within the department.Immediately report equipment malfunctions to engineer & complete appropriate paperwork.Safety:
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Ultrasound Technologist - 24 hours weekly (2300034P)Description:
Perform high quality Diagnostic Ultrasound exams while providing excellent patient care.Schedule:
M, W, F 8 am to 4:30Sign on Bonus:
Up to $11K for those that qualifyQualifications
Required Licenses and Certifications:A.R.D.M.S. registration requiredFunctional Accountabilities
Ultrasound Scanning:Demonstrate working knowledge of all diagnostic ultrasound equipment and related components.Produce high quality ultrasound scans via appropriate choice of transducer, scale, focal zones, and gain.Possess excellent knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and ultrasound pathology and document such.Assist radiologists with interventional procedures as directed.Perform all exams in a timely and efficient manner.Quality Control:Identify each image with proper and permanent patient data.Follow correct procedures regarding warm-up, use, and shut down of equipment.Check paperwork, film jackets, and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and complete RIS assignments immediately following exam.Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and equipment.Patient Care:Assure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam.Explain exam to patients/parents.Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment time and accommodate stat or add-on requests.Communicate with patient throughout the exam and release patient/parent with appropriate follow-up info.Cooperative and willing to assist when asked to travel to a CH-affiliated site.Clinical Safety:Adhere to all OSHA regulations.Keep acoustic power within acceptable limits.Practice personal radiation safety within the department.Immediately report equipment malfunctions to engineer & complete appropriate paperwork.Safety:
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