Job Description - Ultrasound Technologist- 24 hours weekly (2300034P)Job DescriptionUltrasound Technologist- 24 hours weekly

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)DescriptionPerform high quality Diagnostic Ultrasound exams while providing excellent patient care.PT Schedule M, W, F 8 am to 4:30Sign on Bonus up to $11K for those that qualifyQualifications

Required Licenses and CertificationsA.R.D.M.S. registration required (Required)

Functional AccountabilitiesUltrasound ScanningDemonstrate working knowledge of all diagnostic ultrasound equipment and related components.Produce high quality ultrasound scans via appropriate choice of transducer, scale, focal zones, and gain. Scale.Possess excellent knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and ultrasound pathology and document such.Assist radiologists with interventional procedures as directed.Perform all exams in a timely and efficient manner .Quality ControlIdentify each image with proper and permanent patient data.Follow correct procedures regarding warm-up, use and shut down of equipment.Check paperwork, film jackets and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and complete RIS assignments immediately following exam.Maintain cleanliness of exams rooms and equipment.Patient CareAssure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam.Explain exam to patients/parents.Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment time and accommodate stat or add-on requests.Communicate with patient throughout the exam and release patient/parent with appropriate follow-up info.Cooperative and willing to assist when asked to travel to a CH-affiliated siteClinical SafetyAdhere to all OSHA regulations.Keep acoustic power within acceptable limits.Practice personal radiation safety within the department.Immediately report equipment malfunctions to engineer & complete appropriate paperwork.SafetySpeak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performanceContinuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentationStop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situationDemonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communicationActively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workersAttend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Organizational AccountabilitiesProfessional DevelopmentMaintain A.R.D.M.S. certification.Biennially update CPR certification.Complete mandatory annual reviews.Attend seminars and in-services.Organizational Commitment/IdentificationPartner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organizationCommitted to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differencesDemonstrate personal and professional integrityMaintain confidentiality at all timesCustomer ServiceAnticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are metTeamwork/CommunicationDemonstrate collaborative and respectful behaviorPartner with all team members to achieve goalsReceptive to others ideas and opinionsPerformance Improvement/Problem-solvingContribute to a positive work environmentDemonstrate flexibility and willingness to changeIdentify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processesMake appropriate decisions, using sound judgmentCost Management/Financial ResponsibilityUse resources efficientlySearch for less costly ways of doing thingsOrganizational Accountabilities (Staff)Organizational Commitment/IdentificationTeamwork/CommunicationPerformance Improvement/Problem-solvingCost Management/Financial ResponsibilitySafetyPrimary Location

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District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations

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CN Hospital (Main Campus)

111 Michigan Avenue

Washington

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Allied HealthOrganization

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COE Hospital-Based SpecliatiesPosition Status

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R (Regular)

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M, W, F 8 am to 4:30Job Posting

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Apr 24, 2024, 2:16:53 PMChildrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The Know Your Rights poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here:Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster.Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a drug-free work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.

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