What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Sonographer- JPS Main- Nights position at JPS Health Network?
Who We Are JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.
Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance
outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.
Why JPS? We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road :
1. Own it. Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.
2. Seek joy. Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.
3. Don't be a jerk. Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS.
When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!
For more information, visit www.jpshealthnet.org.
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Job Title :
Ultrasound Sonographer- JPS Main- Nights
Requisition Number : 34461
Employment Type : Full Time
Division :
CLINICAL / PROF SERVICES - RADIOLOGY
Compensation Type : Hourly
Job Category : Allied Health
Hours Worked :
Thurs-Sun 5 : 30pm-4am
Location :
John Peter Smith Hospital
Shift Worked : Job Description :
Job Summary : The Sonographer / Ultrasound I-IV performs ultrasound procedures on patients for the purpose of diagnosis and / or treatment.
Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities :
- Performs procedures as ordered to obtain sonographic images according to department protocols.
- Screens and interviews each patient using designated clinical assessment forms to record information.
- Performs ultrasound procedures to include properly positioning and / or immobilizing patients on the exam table, uses appropriate probes and equipment for the exam, observes patients during scans and monitors, and reviews video displays making the appropriate adjustments to improve picture quality and / or audibility.
- Reviews, manipulates, and evaluates images to determine the satisfactory diagnostic picture quality and audible sounds. Organizes and accurately performs the individual steps in the sonographic procedures in the proper sequence.
- Understands and uses Picture Archival Computer System (PACS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and other software related to job responsibilities.
- Performs and documents quality control on equipment according to manufacturer guidelines or department protocols; recognizes and takes action for abnormal results. Reports equipment problems and / or failures to Bio-Med and Manager.
- Provides a safe and clean environment; ensuring operation of imaging equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Reporting equipment problems to Biomed and Manager.
- Applies and follows radiation safety principles (i.e. ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles) to ensure patient and staff safety.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and make independent decisions while maintaining tact, maturity and a positive attitude.
- Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads.
- Ability to work in variable environments and locations.
- Performs routine assignments using existing procedures, and has conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a discipline, typically acquired through technical training.
- Develops competence by performing structured work assignments, and receiving instruction, guidance, and direction from others.
- Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.
- Must be able to complete all job duties and functions of the role with or without assistive / adaptive devices, and / or reasonable accommodations.
- Work environments may differ based on job functions and location. Work is subject to schedule changes and / or variable work hours.
Qualifications :
Required Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Location Address : 1500 S. Main Street
Fort Worth, Texas, 76104
United States
