Ultrasound Intern - ProHealth Care - Pool/As Needed

Company: ProHealth Care, Inc
Location: Waukesha
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Job Description:

We Are Hiring: -Ultrasound Intern - ProHealth Care - Pool/As Needed - -Begin your story at ProHealth Care in Imaging Services. Enjoy our -video series -featuring our own employees sharing why they choose ProHealth Care and what they enjoy about working here. -Schedule Details: -Location: Waukesha Memorial Hospital (WMH) Shifts: minimum 2 weekday night 4 hour shifts, weekend shift rotation. No holidays or call responsibilities. Hours flexible based on availability. What You Will Do:Under the supervision of a registered (RDMS) sonographer, produces high quality ultrasounds on patients of all ages. Demonstrates knowledge and familiarity of cross-sectional anatomy and operating Ultrasound systems, PACS, and other computer software according to established procedures. Upon completion of internship, staff member should be able to perform department specific ultrasound procedures, begin/end exams in EPIC, and retrieve and view images in PACS. Requirements:---Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) ---Currently enrolled in an accredited or approved program in Sonography ---Completion of a minimum of twelve (12) months training in an accredited program in Sonography ---Clinical competency in abdominal, pelvic, and routine vascular exams performed by the ultrasound department. Competency much be verified by Sonography Program Director---American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) examination for Sonographic Principles and Instrumentation (SPI)---No experience required ---Valid WI Driver's License and in good standing ---Possesses excellent communication skills---Ability to handle peers with a high degree of respect, tact, courtesy, and patience - -About Us: -ProHealth Care has been the health care leader in Waukesha County and surrounding areas for the past century, providing outstanding care across a full spectrum of services. The people of ProHealth Care strive to continuously improve the health and well-being of the community by combining skill, compassion and innovation. - -Medical Imaging services are provided at multiple locations including Waukesha Memorial, Oconomowoc Memorial, ProHealth Mukwonago, two cancer centers and many of our ProHealth Care Medical Group Clinic locations. - Services include -General -X-Ray, CT and MRI scanning, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine, PET/CT and Ultrasound -in both inpatient and outpatient settings. - ProHealth Care partners with some of the most highly trained and skilled radiologists in the country, many of whom focus on advanced subspecialties ensuring the highest quality imaging services for our patients. -The imaging leadership is committed to offering the highest level of technology as well as being at the forefront of medical imaging advancement. - -One of our greatest assets is our caring and compassionate technologists and support staff who ensure we meet the highest quality care standards every day. -What You Will Do:Produces high quality ultrasounds on patient of all ages demonstrating knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and operating US systems, PACS - and other computer software according to established procedures. -Will demonstrate clinical competency in all aspects of -US including invasive procedures. Shall provide a patient experience focused on service excellence and safety. -What You Will Do:

• Evaluate ultrasound imaging to assure established quality control standards are met.
• Implement proper patient positioning utilizing age appropriate technique/equipment.
• Perform ultrasound procedures as ordered by physicians
• Maintain proper operation of all ultrasound equipment, contact biomed, technical specialist or supervisor with any equipment concerns
• Assist physician and radiology nurse in procedures such as needle biopsies, amniocentesis -etc.
• Maintain adequate supplies in the ultrasound rooms
• Ensures the cleanliness of assigned equipment and rooms after each use, maintains room in a ready state and prepared for next patient use.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills. Reports equipment failures and operational concerns to the radiology leadership.
• Participates in the process improvement process.
• Adheres to organzational practices relating to confidentiality.
• Completes all documentation accurately and efficiently as outlined by policy and procedures guide.
• Utilizes radiology information system to monitor patent activity and document correct procedures performed.
• -Depending on location of employment you will be required to be certified in vascular ultrasound. -Requirements:
• ARDMS certification in OB/GYN, Abdomen and Vascular. New graduate candidates have a minimum requirement of ARDMS certification in Abdomen. -
• Successful certification in OB/GYN and Vascular must be acquired within one year of hire.
• Maintains all necessary continuing education requirements for ARDMS.
• Maintains certification in CPR
• Valid WI driver's license and in good standing.
• Sound understanding of anatomical anatomy and physiology.
• Possesses excellent communication skills.
• Meets all necessary competencies within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to handle peers with a high degree of respect, tact, courtesy and patience. -#LI-KH*CAAbout Us: -Learn more at -ProHealth Care is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive work environment and values the perspectives of our people. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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