Ultrasound Technologist
Company: Salem Health
Location: Salem
Posted on: May 4, 2024
Job Description:
Location Site: West Valley Hospital Department: WVH Diagnostic
Imaging Position Type: Unscheduled Start Time: 8:00West Valley
Hospital located in Dallas, Oregon, a part of Salem Health
Hospitals and Clinics, has served the community for more than 100
years. It is the proud home of Polk County's only 24-hour emergency
department, extending round-the-clock care to Dallas, Monmouth,
Independence, and surrounding rural communities. The recently
remodeled and expanded Hospital offers a wide range of services
including: emergency, imaging, lab, surgery, rehabilitation, and so
much more.Dallas, Oregon is known for being a welcoming, safe and
livable community, with big-city access to Salem and Portland,
while preserving its small-town character. Set in the picturesque
mid-Willamette Valley, along the foothills of the Oregon coast
range, Dallas is surrounded by rolling hills, forests, and creeks,
and those who enjoy beautiful scenery or an active lifestyle find
Dallas a great place to call home. Downtown Dallas is a popular
spot with many exciting local shops and restaurants. Located in the
heart of Oregon's Willamette Valley wine country, the town is home
to many wineries and vineyards, plus long-celebrated community
events such as the annual Polk County Fair. You'll be right at home
in Dallas, Oregon! Your Role With Us:As an Ultrasound Technologist
with West Valley 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 and gathers additional
information beyond that called for by standard protocols when
necessary.
- Document findings and results in an orderly and thorough manner
with proper annotation and patient identification.
- Provide pertinent communication to the patient, significant
others, and health care providers.
- Use discretion when asking questions of the patient (or
patient's family), or when making statements regarding the
examination.
- Assist physician as needed with proper supplies and equipment
during procedures.
- Utilizes imaging equipment to assist radiologist with guidance
and localization
- Uses the Radiology Information System (RIS) and Hospital
Information System (HIS), and the Picture Archiving and
Communications System (PACS) in an efficient manner.
- Assists in training of other department employees and students
as needed.
- Correlates sonographic findings with clinical findings and
results of previous imaging exams.
- Evaluates patient needs and acoustic characteristics; selects,
maintains and adjusts equipment to provide optimal sonographic
evaluationTotal 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
- Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.
- Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and
others.
Background/Expertise:
- Bachelor's degree in Sonography preferred
- Must be a graduate of an approved program in ultrasound
technology and/or be ultrasound registered or eligible for
registration in abdomen and OB/GYN or have a temporary OBMI
Sonography license. If not registered at hire date, must complete
and pass board registries in abdomen, OB/GYN and physics one (1)
year from hire date. Failure to meet this requirement could
jeopardize employment Experience
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an Ultrasound Tech
required.
- Must have an active license with the Oregon Board of Medical
Imaging (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.
- Registered RVT preferred.
- Maintains an active RDMS status.
- Maintains a current OBMI license (if already
licensed).
- Must be capable of operating state of the art ultrasound
equipment, computer systems, film processors and other supportive
devices.
- Must possess interpersonal skills and the ability to interact
positively in a team environment
- Current BLS from the AHA required.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
Keywords: Salem Health, Salem , Ultrasound Technologist, Other , Salem, Oregon
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