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Mid-Columbia Medical Center

Registered Ultrasound Technologist, Per Diem Days, AHWM Montebello Site

Mid-Columbia Medical Center, Montebello, California, United States, 90640


Job Description

Centered in the heart of Montebello, Adventist Health White Memorial Montebello has a 70-year history of providing quality healthcare to the community. We are comprised of a 192-bed hospital, wound care medical office and surgical and laboratory services. The greater Los Angeles area is known for its art, rich culture, numerous sports teams and world-renowned dining. There is something for everyone in this culturally diverse community.Job Summary:Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by physicians. Produces images of internal body tissues in order to diagnose and monitor a variety of conditions such as heart disease, pregnancy and cancer. Supervises and mentors ultrasound students. Maintains equipment.Job Requirements:Education and Work Experience:Bachelor's Degree in radiological technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor's): PreferredCertificate or diploma from approved ultrasound school: RequiredLicenses/Certifications:Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification in Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics (OB) or Vascular (RVT); or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS); or Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Sonography (S) or (VS): RequiredAmerican Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or CCI Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI RVS) or ARRT-Sonography (ARRT-S) or ARRT-Vascular Sonography (ARRT-VS): RequiredDepartment Specific License/Certifications:Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: RequiredEssential Functions:Uses ultrasound equipment to direct high-frequency sound waves to a prescribed area of the patient’s body and capture quality images that describe the composition, shape and motion of tissues, organs, vessels and pathology. Summarizes, documents, verifies and presents images, findings, calculations and measurements to physicians for diagnoses. Adheres to ultrasonic diagnostic procedures, precautions and standards.Provides direct patient care, including assessing patient condition and ability to cooperate. Positions patients and equipment, prepares patients for procedures and continually monitors and records vital signs. Observes for reactions and signs of impending complications and intervenes as needed.Maintains accurate records, files and billing information. Ensures the integrity of patient medical images and data while adhering to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other patient confidentiality guidelines and regulations.Prepares rooms and patients for subsequent ultrasound procedures.Verifies operational status of equipment prior to daily utilization.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Organizational Requirements:Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR), etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 90 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.Job Info

Job Identification: 31444Job Category: TechnologistPosting Date: 09/10/2024, 09:37 PMLocations: 309 W Beverly Blvd, Montebello, CA, 90640, US

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