Ultrasound Tech at CHRISTUS Health

Tyler, TX 75701

About the Job

Description

Performs high quality procedures in accordance with all State, organization & department policies and protocols. Verifies patient ID & physician's written order for appropriateness & clinical history. Gathers relevant information from patient, patient's representative and/or patient's medical records regarding the patient's medical history. Documents relevant lab values, previous imaging procedures, and any previous surgery. Communicates with the patient and/or family the explanation of the procedure, length of the procedure and will answer any questions or concerns related to the procedure. Responsible for patient safety & education relevant to the procedure. Practices & delivers high levels of customer satisfaction & service in all areas. Responsible for safety, security & quality control of pharmaceuticals and/or contrast media. Assists physicians with procedures where appropriate.

Requirements

ARDMS
RVT preferred
BCLS
Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound program
Minimum of 1 year verifiable, general ultrasound experience
Some training/exposure to all modalities of Radiology (i.e. CT, MRI, Ultrasound, etc)
Basic PC, HIS, RIS, & MS Office, PACS
Basic knowledge of US imaging & image distribution equipment
General office equipment
Good interpersonal skills, ability to work in a fast paced environment
Must be flexible

Job summary

About this company

CHRISTUS Health

In 1999, two historic Catholic charities became one, forming CHRISTUS Health and creating a unique purpose in the modern health care market - to take better care of people. To extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, the mission that the Sisters of Charity Health Care system and Incarnate Word Health system shared for more than a century, is now also the mission of CHRISTUS Health. Ranked among the top 10 Catholic health systems in the United States by size, the CHRISTUS Health system includes more than 40 hospitals and facilities in seven U.S. states, Chile and six states in Mexico, with assets of more than $4.6 billion. Whether seeking care in Alexandria Louisiana, or Coahuila, Mexico, patients discover that the healing spirit is alive at CHRISTUS Health.