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Ultrasound Technologist II, Winship Tower at Emory

Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Atlanta, Georgia





Job Description:

Overview

Heart. Soul. Expertise. That's what defines an Emory Ultrasound Technologist. No matter where you are in your Ultrasound Technology career, when you chose this distinguished profession, you chose to change lives.

Our Ultrasound Technologists are integral members of inter-professional teams in hospitals and clinics that are committed to outstanding patient care. We're eager to share what we learn with hospitals around the country, and the world. We've got the backing, knowledge, experience and permission to lead the way in developing new and better approaches to preventing and treating disease, and our patients get treatments years before anyone else.

Become a part of the groundbreaking cancer research and outstanding cancer patient care that are the hallmarks of Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, Georgia's only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Visit the Winship website pages:

Winship careers webpage: https://winshipcancer.emory.edu/about-us/careers.html

Winship About Us webpage: https://winshipcancer.emory.edu/about-us/index.html

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:


  • Provides quality care to the patients receiving US Scan, diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.

  • Communicates patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.

  • Ensures documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care.

  • Properly operates imaging and specialty equipment.

  • Keeps abreast of uses of various medical devices.

  • Ensures that patients have been prepared for procedures.

  • Verifies that rooms are adequately stocked and periodically checks inventories of emergency supplies.

  • Provides quality care to patients during procedures.

  • Assists with patient and family education. May support or assist in research and related activities.

  • Demonstrates an adequate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.

  • Provides more complex technical care necessary to meet identified patient needs.

  • Assists with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in appropriate time sequence.

  • Acts as a resource for students and junior techs.

  • Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound.

  • Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience with one (1) year in US.

  • They must be RDMS or ARRT certified.

  • Advanced certification as a Registered Vascular Tech preferred.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.





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