What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Technologist position at Salem Health?
Location Site: Salem Hospital Main Campus
Department: SH Ultrasound
Position Type: Part Time (20 Hours/Week)
Start Time: Variable
Salem Health Overview
Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering market-leading pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind.
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Your Role With Us:
Ultrasound Technologist
As an Ultrasound Technologist with Salem Health Hospital, you will be responsible for using appropriate techniques to perform ultrasound examinations while delivering top-notch patient care. Exceptional communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills are a must in this role to provide complete and accurate diagnostic information. You will be tasked with using your knowledge to tailor exams to meet the specific needs of pediatric, adolescent and/or geriatric patients while obtaining quality exams.
Core Functions:
- Perform procedures in compliance with department’s technical procedure manual or deviations requested by attending radiologist.
- Correlate sonographic findings with clinical findings and results of previous imaging exams.
- Analyze examination for completeness, Document findings, Gather additional information beyond that called for by standard protocols when necessary.
- Provide pertinent communication to the patient, significant others, and health care providers.
- Utilize imaging equipment to assist radiologist with guidance and localization. Assist physician as needed with proper supplies and equipment during procedures.
- Use the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Hospital Information System (HIS), and the Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS) to record and document necessary data.
- Evaluate patient needs and acoustic characteristics; selects, maintains and adjusts equipment to provide optimal sonographic evaluation.
Total Rewards Offerings:
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Basic and voluntary life insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Live Well Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
- Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
- Education assistance program
- Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/
- Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.
- Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others.
Background/Expertise:
- Associate's or bachelor’s degree in Sonography is preferred.
- Basic Life Support required within 90 days of hire.
- Practice of Sonograhpy (OBMI) - License can either be permanent or temporary.
- Must be registered with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in both Abdomen and OB/GYN within 1 year of hire date.
- One (1) year of experience as an Ultrasound Tech preferred.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org
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