Job Summary

Performs a variety of Ultrasound imaging procedures as a primary specialty and is responsible for patient safety protocols. Functions as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs. Participates in Performance Improvement activities.

Essential Job Functions

• Instructs and prepares patients for ultrasound exams.
• Selects appropriate equipment to use for procedure.
• Determines the most suitable anatomical posture and position for proper examination of patient.
• Performs exam with proper technical factors for the part being examined.
• Assesses patient’s understanding of process.
• Assesses, evaluates, and informs physicians of changes in patient’s condition during exam.
• Responsible for safe handling of equipment.
• Complete all work before clocking out and leaving.
• Assists with schedules and future radiology scheduling.
• Aware of departmental policies and procedures annually to better accomplish goals and objectives of the department of radiology.
• Other duties, potentially including other modalities and departments as needed.
• Required to participate in mandatory training of EHR and timecards and demonstrates basic competency in the functions applicable to their role.
• The Ultrasound Technologist reports to the Radiology Manager.
• Maintains a positive, cooperative, and professional relationship and rapport with coworkers, patients, family members, and hospital personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Must be ARRT/ARDMS or CCI registered with current licensure, or able to obtain licensure at earliest opportunity under written terms.

Skills/Competencies

• May start Iv’s upon completion of approved training and orientation.
• Potential cross training job opportunities.
• Moderate mathematical computations
• Effective communication skills
• Precision, accuracy, and thoroughness are essential to this position.

About Syringa Hospital & Clinics

Syringa is a rural acute care, 15-bed Critical Assess Hospital with Outpatient Family Medicine Clinic with approximately 180 Full and Part Time Employees. Our scope of services include 24 hour ER services and ambulance, General Surgery, Inpatient and Outpatient Med/Surg, Physical Therapy, Swingbed Care, Obstetrics with two L&D rooms, Lab, Radiology, and Hospice care. Our radiology services include Ultrasound, CT and mobile MRI and Mammography. Located at the edge of the Bitterroot Mountains to the south and the Camas Prairie to the north, Grangeville is located in beautiful Idaho County which has a population of 16,000 residents. The community of Grangeville and outskirts has approximately 3,800 residents and with an elevation of 3,500 feet, features warm summer days, mild winters and four seasons of outdoor recreation. Five major rivers cut through this diverse landscape offering a variety of seasonal recreation including world class fishing, hunting and superb whitewater rafting. Two national forests are right in your backyard with bird and game hunting, hiking, 4-wheeling, mountain biking and camping opportunities just minutes from town.

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