Cape Fox subsidiary Eagle Health is accepting resumes for an ON-CALLUltrasound Technologist to provide services to our deserving military at West Point, New York. Choose your own hours!HIRING BONUS OFFERED!Requirements:One year of comprehensive ultrasound experience to included advanced imaging techniques, breast imaging, OB/GYN imaging in all trimesters, vascular (RVT) and interventional.AS degree and graduate of an accredited (CAAHEP)School of Diagnostic Sonography, AS degree and graduate of an accredited Allied Health program with an additional requirement of 12 months of full-time instruction in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Graduate of bachelor's program with an additional requirement of 12 months of full-time instruction in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) certification.Responsibilities:Proficient in advanced ultrasound imaging techniques, above average knowledge of computer / Picture and Archiving Communication System (PACS) applicationsAbility to work independently as well as a part of a teamIndependently perform Ultrasound scanning of the bodyUse software to post process data into necessary images for interpretation by radiologistsReceives patients, explains methods of procedure, positions patients, counsels' patients regarding the risks/benefits of the procedures for the examination requestedMaintain safe working environment for patients and support staffDetermines probe selection, technical factors, positioning to optimize exam performance and image qualityTransmits images to PACS for physician review. Reviews patient's prior images on PACS to prepare for examination performanceConfer with radiologists to establish non-standard imaging parameters best suited for demonstrating a specific pathology on a case-by-case basisUse proper telephone etiquette to schedule patients for examinations using the military HIS/RIS system (CHCS)Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and rearranges patient priorities toaccommodate clinical prioritiesMaintains records (manually and through the use of word/data processing software) of procedures performed, high-level disinfection performance., etc.Advises radiologist or referring physician to the status of patient and notifies them of significant scans requiring their immediate attention and visualization while patient is undergoing examinationPerform preventive maintenance as requiredMonitors scanner and computers for any malfunction and notifies necessary personnel through applicable work orders so corrective actions can be takenDemonstrates the proper use and procedures associated with the Ultrasound scanner and the associated software to another Ultrasound technologistExplains and assists the radiologist in showing scans to physicians and technologistsPerforms initial mediation for patient or physician complaints and directs them to appropriate personnel as neededPerforms additional duties as directed by the section Non-commissioned Officer in Charge/Officer in Charge (NCOIC/OIC) as deemed necessary and appropriate for the position of an Ultrasound TechnologistBe able to perform the full range of general & Advanced Ultrasound services consistent with their training and experience to adequately obtain diagnostic images of all areas of the bodyBecomes familiar with the clinic protocols and the proper implementation of themFollows the established operating procedures of the MTF and clinics where services are providedMaintains all records as required at MTFEnsures cleanliness and maintenance of equipment used by the Ultrasound TechnologistIndicates responsibility for the contents and correctness of all prepared reports/forms by affixing his/her own signature to the documents and validating their contentsComplies with all safety procedures and practices associated with the facility and OSHACape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibit employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates offer preference to Cape Fox Corporation shareholders, descendants and other Native Americans pursuant to Public Law 100-241Minimum Salary: 31200.00
Maximum Salary: 31200.00
Salary Unit: Yearly
