Ultrasound Sonographer - PRN

About Us:

For more than 85 years, Stephens County Hospital has been a trusted cornerstone of our community, committed to excellence in healthcare and compassionate patient service. Our dedicated team of approximately 475 employees is driven by a shared passion for improving lives and recognizes the true value of good health.

Stephens County Hospital is a 96-bed acute care facility located in Toccoa, Georgia, nestled in the scenic foothills of Northeast Georgia. Our welcoming, family-oriented community offers a rich blend of cultural, civic, and outdoor opportunities, making it an exceptional place to live and work.

We are proud members of the Georgia Hospital Association, the American Hospital Association, and the Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals. Stephens County Hospital is fully accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation’s leading healthcare accrediting organization, reflecting our ongoing commitment to quality and safety.

 

Ultrasound Sonographer - PRN - with call required

 

Performs Ultrasound procedures on adult, geriatric, adolescent, pediatric and neonate patients.

 

Education:

Completion of a formal Radiologic Technology program in good standing with the ARRT.

 

Licensure/Certification:

Registered Radiology Technologist required.
Registry in Ultrasound preferred.

                                                                    

Duties and Responsibilities:


• Performs Ultrasound procedures on adult, geriatric, adolescent, pediatric and neonate patients.
• Checks two patient identifiers for proper identification prior to exam.
• Reviews patient record for accuracy and compliance with treatment plan.
• Chooses correct type of transducer for exam.
• Obtains optimum images according to protocol.
• Adjusts gain to obtain those images correctly.
• Recognizes difficulties due to patient versus transducer.
• Correlates lab data with Ultrasound findings.
• Verifies images to PACS for Radiologist interpretation.
• Assists physician in performance of minor surgical procedures such as cyst, aspirations and biopsies.
• Checks two patient identifiers for proper identification prior to procedure.
• Observes “time out” to verify patient name, procedure, and area of interest.
• Obtains necessary consent forms prior to procedure.
• Obtains images needed using needle guide designed for Ultrasound transducer.
• Orients physician in correct position for biopsy.
• Obtains completed lab forms needed for procedure.
• Takes specimens to correct location for diagnosis with time documentation.
• Obtains images for Radiologist “post exam” to verify needle position. 

 

Other-Essential Functions

 

  • Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

 

Professional Requirements

  • Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
  • Complete annual education requirements.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
  • Report to work on time and as scheduled.
  • Wear identification while on duty.
  • Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
  • Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
  • Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
  • Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
  • Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as needed.

 

Physical and Mental Requirements

 

  • Must have the cognitive ability to perform in this role. Critical and executive level thinking is required
  • Must have strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Have near normal hearing – able to hear alarms/telephone/ normal speaking voice/ webinars
  • Have near normal vision – clarity of vision (both near and far) either corrected on non-corrected, ability to distinguish colors
  • Have good manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
  • Standing – continuously within the shift (67-100%)
  • Walking – continuously within the shift (67-100%)
  • Climbing – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)
  • Bending/stooping – frequently within the shift (34-66%)
  • Twist at the waist – occasionally with the shift (1-33%)
  • Pushing/pulling – frequently within the shift (34-66%)
  • Lift/carry – 20lbs with assistance – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)
  • Reaching above the shoulders – frequently within the shift (34-67%)
  • Lift/carry – 50lbs with assistance – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)

 

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stephens County Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy status, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status

marie.culver@stephenscountyhospital.com
marie.culver@stephenscountyhospital.com