Ultrasound Tech/ Receptionist at Central Valley Specialty Hospital

Coalinga, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Oct, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

03 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Diagnostic Ultrasound, Patient Care, Radiation Safety Protocol, Patient Documentation, Infection Control, Quality Improvement, Interpersonal Communication, Medical Ethics

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description DESCRIPTION OF POSITION This job description is a record of the essential functions of the listed job. The job description provides the employee, CEO, Human Resources, applicants and other agencies with a clear understanding of the job, where it fits into the organization, and the skill and work requirements in relation to other jobs. Jobs are always changing to some degree and the existence of the approved job description is not intended to limit normal change and growth. The facility will make reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified individuals who are capable of performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. POPULATION SERVED The position does involve direct patient care for a population of patients ages 18 and older. Age specific experience and/or special training and/or expertise are required to serve this population. POSITION SUMMARY The ultrasound technologist provides diagnostic ultrasound services to patients. JOB DUTIES DIRECT PATIENT CARE · To perform and complete diagnostic ultrasound procedures accurately. · To give patients an explanation of procedures to perform & acquire appropriate consent forms and paperwork · To follow radiation safety protocol at all times. · To provide care appropriate to the age of the population served. INDIRECT PATIENT CARE · To complete assignments on time and utilize time effectively. · To support cost containment efforts of the Medical Center through conservation of supplies and care of equipment. · To clean examination rooms and other supporting equipment. COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS · To work at establishing good rapport and working relationship with all staff. · To complete the appropriate documentation. · To communicate in English in patient care areas. · To report any unusual occurrences, situation, or hazards to appropriate personnel. · To report any malfunctioning of equipment. SAFETY · To demonstrate knowledge of safety, infection control, and emergency policies and procedures. QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM · To participate in quality improvement activities. ADHERENCE TO CORE VALUES · To incorporate CORE values into a daily routine. ADHERENCE TO HOSPITAL/DEPARTMENTAL PROCEDURES · To adhere to the general hospital/departmental policies as they pertain to dress code, safety, Timekeeping, and attendance. · To comply with mandatory meetings, health evaluation, CPR certification, and other credential requirements. STANDARD OF CONDUCT · Conduct all activities in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. These Laws pertain to such areas as abuse, antitrust, employment discrimination, environmental fraud, false claims, lobbying, and political activity, self-referral prohibitions, and tax. · Promote the highest standards of business ethics and integrity. Associates must represent our organization accurately and honestly, and must not engage in any activity intended to defraud anyone of money, property or services. Employees must act in good faith in our organization’s best interests. · Maintain the confidentiality of patient information, and protect confidential and proprietary information about associates and our organization. · Conduct activities and relationships with others so as to avoid an actual conflict of interest, in fact, or even appearance. In the event of conflicts, associates must make full disclosure and take appropriate action under the Hospital’s Conflict of Interest Policy. · Conduct business transactions with suppliers, contractors, vendors and other third parties at arm’s length, and without offers of or solicitations for gifts, favors or other improper inducements. · Exercise responsible stewardship to preserve and protect our organization’s assets by making prudent and effective use of its resources. ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE · Accept the responsibility; adheres to company policies and procedures · Develop and maintain an environment of respect and value. · Communicate any legal or ethical violations or concerns to appropriate personnel or Corporate Compliance Officer immediately. · Will not retaliate against any employee and report retaliation to appropriate personnel immediately. · All other duties as assigned Requirements POSITION QUALIFICATIONS American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification. At least one- year experience in diagnostic ultrasound in a hospital setting required. 3- 5 years experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for performing accurate diagnostic ultrasound procedures and providing direct care to adult patients. Additional duties include maintaining equipment, ensuring radiation safety, and adhering to hospital compliance and ethics policies.