Echo Ultrasound/NonInvasive Cardiology

Overview: This is for the non-invasive cardiology dept. Hours are Mon-Friday 8A-4:30P, with rotating weekends and call. Responsibilities: 1. Performs the setup and acquisition of prescribed ultrasound procedures in accordance with established departmental/hospital policies and procedures. Educates patients/families regarding the procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Examples:a) Obtains and verifies physician order.b) Selects proper equipment settings and technical factors.c) Recognizes anatomy and pathology.d) Explains procedure to patient and family. 2. Performs the processing of prescribed diagnostic ultrasound procedures in accordance with established departmental/hospital policies and procedures. Examples: a) Correctly identifies and labels films, images, and data submitted to the physician for interpretation.b) Optimizes the image quality of the films, images, and data submitted to the physician for interpretation.c) Archives data/reports to backup storage media. 3. Performs prescribed invasive/interventional ultrasound procedures in accordance with established departmental /hospital policies and procedures. Examples:a) Obtains and verifies required documentation. (i.e. H&P; Lab.; Surgery & Path. Reports; Physician order; consent; and previous diagnostic/therapeutic exam reports.)b) Performs room setup to ensure safety and prevent contamination.c) Selects proper equipment and technical factors.d) Recognizes anatomy and pathology.e) Assists the physician.f) Performs room cleanup. 4. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements as indicated. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notify appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. 5. Ensures the efficient operation and workflow of the department by scheduling and re-evaluating workflow throughout the day. This is accomplished by having the exam rooms stocked, performing room set-up, establishing patient transport, and schedule coordination with multi disciplinary team members. 6. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation. Examples:a) Patient and exam history forms, order verification, transmittals, RadNet functions, film jackets, content labels.b) Processing appropriate and timely charges for all procedures and supplies. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Banner Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our Performance Standards each and every day. Banner's Performance Standards include: Safety, Attitude, Responsiveness, Communication, Comfort, Privacy, Appearance, Teamwork, and Accountability. Qualifications: Requires certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. Applicants may be registry eligible as an ultrasound technologist by the American registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. EOE/AA Address: US-AZ-Phoenix Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Medical/Health The choice is yours. Explorethe facility,speacialty,andbenefits you want and apply online by visitingBannerHealth.com To speak to a recruiter Monday-Friday call 866-377-JOBS(5627)between 7am-7pm EOE. Banner Health supportsa Drug Free work environment.