Covenant Health

Ultrasound Technologist

PRN/OCC, Variable Hours and Shifts Per Pay Period

LeConte Medical Center Overview:

LeConte Medical Center is a part of Covenant Health, our region’s top-performing healthcare network and is a 79-bed community hospital located in the heart of Sevier County. We’re a full-service, not-for-profit hospital delivering modern medicine and compassionate care to the growing Sevier County community. LeConte offers a full range of health services, including top-tier specialists, a modern ER, and a beautiful Women’s Center. Learn more about our amazing facility at https://www.lecontemedicalcenter.com/about-leconte-medical-center/.

As you’d expect, we offer our employees a robust benefits package, including:

• unmatched medical insurance,
• tuition reimbursement;
• student loan repayment assistance,
• certification bonuses;
• leadership and professional development programs;
• an employer-matched 401(k); and
• a generous Combined Time Off (CTO) program.

Position Summary: Performs physician-defined routine and specialized diagnostic imaging procedures.  Provides support assistance/activities as needed.  Performs all duties of Ultrasound technologists.

Recruiter: Sandra Simmons || ssimmon6@CovHlth.com || 865-374-5368

• Performs procedures or examinations under the order of a licensed medical practitioner for diagnostic interpretation.
• Ensure the sonography examination order is complete, contains relevant information.
• Conduct patient clinical assessment.
• Obtains and documents pertinent clinical information and technical findings for review by physician for order clarification and follow-through.
• Identifies and documents any limitations to the sonography examination. Reviews examination images, synthesize examination results, and prepare preliminary findings for physician prior to physician interpretation.
• Documents any incidental findings that might impact patient safety or patient care.
• Demonstrates competency in critical thinking skills, including demonstration of competency in addressing the age-specific needs of the patient population served.
• Follows established processes for supply charging, stock maintenance and vendor ordering.
• Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of an ACR accredited Ultrasound Department and related equipment to produce high quality ultrasound images.
• Selects appropriate associated equipment/data manipulation to achieve desired results with factors influencing data acquisition.
• Technically proficient in the operation and quality control aspects of scanning and image recording equipment specific to the assigned work area.
• Identifies and screens patient. Obtains patient history, completes and verifies accurate consents, informed consent and/or permits as needed.
• Performs quality imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocols. Assists physicians with US procedures when needed.
• Follows the Joint Commission procedures regarding medication preparation/usage on patient for minimally invasive procedures.
• Follow policy regarding time out prior to minimally invasive procedures being performed.
• Practices aseptic technique and uses universal precautions.
• Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes.
• Provides patient instructions/education to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety during exams.
• Positions patients for ultrasound imaging using immobilization and protective equipment to minimize risk to patient, self and others.
• Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest, respecting the patient’s ability, safety and comfort.
• Provides for psychological and physical needs of patients for ultrasound imaging procedures. Proficient in patient assessment and monitoring.
• Provides patient services consistent with the Scope of Practice and Clinical Standards for Diagnostic Sonographer.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures and assists patients, families, practitioners and visitors, as needed.

Minimum Education:           Must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority at the time license and/or certification was granted.

Minimum Experience:          Clinical training and certification appropriate to the specified modality and three (3) years clinical ultrasound experience

Licensure Requirement:       Must have and maintain ARDMS, ARRT (S), ARRT (VS), or CCI licensure.  State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines