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WorkSource Oregon Ultrasound Technologist- Radiology in JOHN DAY, Oregon
Provide quality care, to include diagnostic imaging, patient care and customer service. It is expected to care for our patients from the moment we get an order to the time they leave the department. Blue Mountain Hospital is a Critical Access Hospital, and the Radiology Department responsibilities are to schedule patients, and perform exams while providing optimal patient care. The department works closely with providers at the Strawberry Wilderness Clinic, other departments within the hospital and Central Oregon Radiology Associates. This position is responsible for performing diagnostic ultrasound procedures in a safe and prudent manner for the specific purpose of producing high quality general abdominal exams, OB/GYN, small parts, venous and carotid Doppler exams. Follows appropriate guidelines for exams, patient needs, confidentiality, QC/QI and archiving. Required: * Graduate with an Associate or Bachelor\'s degree from an approved school. * Maintain the required amount of CEU\'s per certifying body. * Certification through ARDMS or equivalent in abdomen and/or OB/GYN. * Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider (HCP) level. * License from Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) upon start date. * Equivalent to standard as described under OAR 337-010-0014 Qualifications of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. * Required to lift at least 50 pounds. Preferred: * One year experience in abdomen and OB/GYN exams, breast is a plus. Duties: * Performs exams start to finish. * Registers/Checks-In Patient. * Confirm order is accurate and has authorization. * Lab orders/results available within 30 days for CT exams with contrast. * Call and schedule patients according to department protocol. * Enter correct demographics and order into the RIS. * Perform exam according to the physician order and department protocol. * Notate appropriate documentation. * Make exam available to Radiologists to be read via PACS. * Complete exam within the hospital EHR. * Maintain infection control. * Additional duties as assigned. Wage and Benefits: * Competitive pay depending on experience. * Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, AD & D, and Retirement match.