Technologist- Ultrasound- Intermediate

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Department: 10007220 Radiology Ultrasound Work

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• The Technologist - Ultrasound II at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for performing high-quality and cost-effective diagnostic procedures, assisting physicians and medical staff during procedures, providing excellent customer service, and effective communication with patients and staff. This role also requires staying updated with changes in Radiology, adhering to policies and guidelines, and organizing workflow to prevent delays while controlling costs through appropriate supply usage. JOB FUNCTIONS: Job Duties
• Performs high quality/cost effective diagnostic procedures.
• Assists Physicians and medical staff during procedures as requested/required.
• Provides excellent customer service in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Communicate effectively with patients, family members, Physicians, medical staff, and NMMC staff members.
• Attends required in-services, annual review and educational programs.
• Knowledgeable of procedures, positions, supplies, and equipment used in Radiological examinations.
• Stay abreast of changes in Radiology.
• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.
• Organize work flow to prevent delays and control cost through appropriate use of supplies.
• All other duties as assigned. Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to work independently to assure quality.
• Good written and verbal communication; required
• Serves patient population categories of neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Organize work flow to prevent patient delays.
• Work well with ordering Physicians to assure accurate information provided.
• Assist fellow team members as needed to provide high quality patient care.
• Perform with a high level of professional and ethical conduct at all times
• Detailed oriented
• Must have extensive contact with: Physicians, co-workers, patients/family members
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve
• Ability to work well under pressure while providing a high level of care Physical Demands: A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying: Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Balancing: Occasionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending: Frequently
• Reaching/Over Head Work: Occasionally
• Grasping: Frequently
• Speaking: Frequently
• Hearing: Constantly
• Repetitive Motions: Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently Salary Range: $36.27 - $54.41

Associate’s Degree | Diagnostic Medical Sonography | Required

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