Diagnostic Medical Sonographer I - Part Time, 21 hrs
Company: Kaiser
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
$8,000 Sign-on Bonus!
(Sign-on bonus is for eligible external hires)
Under indirect supervision, performs a variety of diagnostic
medical sonograms (such as abdominal and OB/Gynecology ultrasound
examinations) utilizing complex ultrasound equipment and
transducers.
Essential Responsibilities:
Diagnostic Imaging 2008 Department Goals:
Quality:
Improve complete to sign Diagnostic Imaging Report Turnaround Time
for outpatients. The Vandever Files Targeted Unit-Based Team
(T-UBT) will be developing the metrics for this goal.
Suggested areas of focus: Workflow/Processes, Inter-departmental
Communication Resources,and Staffing.
Service/Care Experience:
Improve telephone response time to meet the established regional
TSF (telephone service factor) standard of 80% of incoming calls
answered within 2 minutes.
Suggested areas of focus: Service, Staffing, Workflow/Processes,
and Staff Education.
Efficiency/Affordability:
Support the Bend-the-Trend program by reducing NPR expenses by
greater than 5%. The department Non-payroll Action Team will be
developing the metrics for this goal.
All managers and staff responsible for ordering have received NPR
formulary with recommendations for using Corporate Express brand
items in lieu of name brands.
Access:
Improve ultrasound access.
Customer Service:
Is responsive to the needs of others by maintaining a professional
behavior toward members and coworkers and creating a positive image
for the department, as demonstrated by: Willingness to take the
initiative to resolve member issues. Handling a high number of
member contacts. Dealing with customer complaints in a positive
way. Providing compassionate service. Treating coworkers with
respect and appreciation. Fostering teamwork and thinking
positively.
Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others in
accordance to the Principles of Responsibility; adheres to
organizational policies and guidelines; supports compliance
initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts
business with honesty; shows consistency in words and actions;
follows through on commitments.
Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices
on patient condition and makes accommodations for such
differences.
Demonstrates competency and understands the overall operational
functions of the department to include all reception duties and
cashier functions. Observes regional radiation and department
safety policies.
Age Specific Criteria Demonstrates an understanding of the
cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process
in delivery of services to patients of the age group served. Able
to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the
appropriate information needed to identify each patient's
requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to
provide the care needed in accordance with department policy.
Neonatal Pediatric Adolescent Adult Geriatric. Adjusts technical
factors relative to the requirements of the study and the physical
maturation of the patient. Modifies patient positioning techniques
relative to the patient's physical and cognitive abilities. Always
takes special care in handling, positioning and/or restraining
infants and geriatric patients to avoid injury or excessive
radiation exposure.
Demonstrates competence and understands the overall operational
function of the department to include scheduling of patient
appointments by telephone, mail, or in person utilizing RIS.
Demonstrates competence in the operation of diagnostic ultrasound
equipment, realtime and mobile, to obtain quality diagnostic
images. Consistently selects correct technical factors relative to
the requirements of the study and the patient's age and body
habitus. Consistently selects equipment settings and appropriate
transducers in accordance with department protocols and patient
body habitus. Consistently processes hard copy images properly,
utilizing automated equipment. Properly and consistently follows
specific infection control techniques relative to ultrasound
imaging (e.g., cold sterilization of probes, use of condoms on
endocavity probes, etc.). Routinely manipulates transducer
appropriately to obtain the desired images.
Exercises good clinical judgment. Consults with the radiologist or
other clinician for purposes of clarifying orders. Selects
alternate or additional views appropriately relative to the
patient's condition. Does not attempt to perform an exam in any
case in which it cannot be performed safely and/or properly.
Consistently demonstrates the ability to differentiate between
normal and abnormal anatomy.
Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive and
accurate manner. Completes and initials the standard consultation
form and the Radiology Processing Record accurately and immediately
following each procedure. Routinely documents patient history
relative to previous surgery, childbirth and other conditions which
could affect the ultrasonic image of internal organs.
Organizational Rules, Policies, and Procedures:
Observes all applicable regional, medical center, and department
policies and procedures.
Quality of Service:
Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance
quality of service. Greets members promptly and courteously with
eye contract and a pleasant expression and tone of voice. Informs
members of reason for any delays or anticipated delays in their
care. Treats all patients in accordance with the Patient's Bill of
Rights. Conducts only work related conversations when members are
waiting for service.
Communication:
Demonstrates good communication skills. Communicates verbally in a
clear and concise manner. Demonstrates courteous and appropriate
telephone skills. Speaks English in the presence of patients except
as required to interpret for non English speaking patients. In
writing, communicates accurately, completely, and legibly, and
routes such communication appropriately and in a timely manner.
Professional Maturity:
Demonstrates professional maturity in all interactions with patient
and staff. Strives to maintain good working relationships and
rapport with patients, other members of the department and the
health care team. Is flexible and cooperative about schedule
changes made to maximize productivity and efficiency. Responds
appropriately to constructive criticism from supervisors and peers.
Functions independently within defined scope of position.
Productivity:
Meets productivity norms achieved by peers within the department or
the Region.
Equipment, Supplies, and Work Area:
Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with
department guidelines. Keeps equipment and work area clean at all
times. Routinely handles equipment with care to avoid damage.
Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisory staff promptly.
$8,000 Sign On Bonus Eligible Position (Sign-on bonus is for
eligible external hires)
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
One (1) year of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a
major medical center.
Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have
this experience requirement waived.
Education
Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health
Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited ultrasound program or a
graduate from a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program with current
ARDMS certification.
License, Certification, Registration
Current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
(ARDMS) certification to include registries of physics, abdomen,
and Obstetrics/Gynecology.
CPR (BLS-C, AHA approved course) - must be obtained during the
probationary period.
Additional Requirements:
Competency in components of sonography as listed: routine abdomen;
abdomen doppler; small parts; thyroid and
obstetrics/gynecology.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two (2) years experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a
major medical center.
Experience with Acuson Sequoia, Philips iu-22 and Clickview
ultrasound reporting package.
Notes:
Scheduled work hours per week will be 20-32.
Shifts, hours, and/or locations may vary based on operational
need
Required to work every other weekend.
PrimaryLocation : California,San Diego,San Diego Medical Center
HoursPerWeek : 21
Shift : Evening
Workdays : Week 1: Mon, Wed, Thu; Week 2: Fri, Sat, Sun
WorkingHoursStart : 02:30 PM
WorkingHoursEnd : 11:00 PM
Job Schedule : Part-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B09-OPEIU-Local 30
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Imaging & Radiology
Department : San Diego Medical Center - Sonography-Day - 0806
Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a
diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation,
national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry,
disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information,
other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or
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