Per Diem Ultrasonographer

About the role

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.

• Requisition Number: R-24284
• Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190
• Department Name: SSH Imaging Ultrasound
• Status: Part time
• Budgeted Hours: 0
• Shift: Varied Shifts (United States of America)

Performs ultrasound scanning procedures. Reports preliminary findings and diagnoses to the Radiologist. Takes anatomical pictures to demonstrate organs.

Compensation Pay Range

$25.74 - $58.55

Essential Functions

• 1 - Receives and reviews requests for ultrasound studies on patients of all ages from child to geriatric.
• a - Performs such exams as Abdominal Echoes, Renal, Aortic, Pelvic, Obstetrical and Biophysical Profiles, small parts to include breast, thyroid and scrotal exams.
• b - Able to assist radiologist with invasive procedures including biopsies and aspirations.
• c - Assist surgeons in OR with ultrasound guidance.
• 2 - Utilizes real-time transvaginal transducers.
• 3 - Checks all images with the Radiologist.
• a - Consults with the Radiologist about the reading or scans and reports.
• 4 - Provides written, unofficial reports of examinations.
• 5 - Takes representative anatomical pictures, recognizes normal versus abnormal anatomy, and exhibits knowledge of various pathological processes.
• 6 - Marks images for proper definition and explanation.

7 - Performs general clerical duties accurately, including but not limited to:

• a - Greeting patients in a courteous manner consistent with the hospital's policy.
• b - Logs and checks in patients accurately and appropriately.

• c - Verifies information and exams performed.
• Updates and changes exam description to reflect actual exams performed.
• This assures the correct billing of patient accounts.

• d - Quality assures exams performed, to capture the technologist, the room utilized and the time utilized.
• e - Disposes of used linen and supplies in an appropriate manner.
• 8 - Safety Awareness - Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
• a - Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
• b - Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
• c - Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
• d - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing, as observed by nurse manager and peers.
• e - Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
• f - Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
• g - Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
• h - Adheres to universal precautions.
• i - Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
• j - Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.
• Technology and Learning a - Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
• b - Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.

Minimum Education - Preferred

Prefer graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Program.

Minimum Work Experience

Need one to two (1-2) years to be fully proficient.

Required Licenses / Registrations

RDMS or eligible - Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

• Per Diem, varied hours including days, evenings, and weekend.
• Minimum committment of two shifts/month when needed.
• Optional overnight call.

License/Registration/Certification Requirements

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registration Eligible - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)