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Job Description Our Mission All of us, for each of you, every time.Our Vision Together, serving as the trusted regional healthcare partner.Our Values Listen~Love~Respect~Excel~Innovate At Samaritan Healthcare we are dedicated to providing healthcare services to the community that we serve. We are committed to providing the very best work environment for our employees and the very best care to our patients. This position is responsible for performing diagnostic ultrasound procedures in a safe and prudent manner for the specific purpose of producing a high quality diagnostic exam. Performs general abdominal, OB/GYN, and small parts ultrasound exams, venous, and carotid Doppler. Follows appropriate guidelines for exams, patient needs, and confidentiality, QC/QI and archiving. This position reports to the to the Diagnostic Imaging Manager. The individual in this position will be required to fully understand the purpose and operation of Patient Care Services along with having the ability to make decisions based on sound judgment when a situation dictates. This is a full-time position working 40hrs per week, working with rotating weekends. Benefits & Incentives:Sign-on Bonus of up to 15,000.Relocation Bonus of up to 5,000.Competitive pay & generous PTO.Comprehensive benefits Requirements:Graduation from fully accredited Sonography program.One year of acute care Ultrasound Technologist experience required.One American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) registry in either Abdomen or OB/GYN or ARDMS eligible.ARDMS Eligible: One ARDMS registry in either abdomen or OB/GYN within 6 months of hireBasic Life Support Healthcare Provider (HCP) level to be completed within three (3) months of hire.Specific Accountabilities: Participate with Radiologist and/or physician by contributing technical and professional knowledge.Review pathology, surgical and delivery reports, as appropriate, to follow patients progress and provide a means of reviewing the accuracy of the diagnostic exam.Clinical and Technical - Must be familiar with the following fundamentals:Appropriate transducer, gain, field of view, focal range, frame rate, dynamic range, etc.Appropriate use of 2-D, 3-D, M-mode, Doppler, and color flow.Exam protocols are followed as necessary.Correlation is made of the clinical history with the exam to be performed.Confirm patient preparation and explain procedure to patient.Appropriate patient information is given.Necessary measurements and labels are given.Appropriate imaging device (camera, VHS, printer) is used.Proper images are generated.JudgmentRecognize the significance of all structures that are visualized.Differentiates artifact from normal or pathologic processes.Determines if anatomy is normal or abnormal and appropriately delineates anyDeviate from normal techniques when necessary.Perform abdominal, obstetric, gynecologic, venous and carotid Doppler, and various small parts ultrasound exams. Consults with radiologist per exam.Transport patients.Maintain supplies.Perform and archive proper paperwork for exam.Responds to patient needs and maintains patient confidentiality according to HIPAA regulations.Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.Ensures no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies. This includes, but is not limited to: security and safety, understanding of MSDS, equipment, infection control, fire, disaster, safe lifting and body mechanics.Ensures self-compliance with organization policies and procedures, as well as labor agreements.Ensures the interface with team members and other support groups is conducted in a courteous and efficient manner conducive with the organization’s values.Conducts self in a professional manner and ensures personal appearance meets the standards necessary to perform the job function while representing the organization.Ensures that additional accountabilities, as may be required by management, be handled in a manner necessary to meet organizational standards. Why Moses Lake: Compared to nearby larger cities, Moses Lake has a 30% cheaper cost of living overall and a 50% lower cost of housing. That's a lot more bang for your buck! Brand new state of the art hospital slated for completion in 2026. Outdoor Recreation, Zero Traffic - average commute for employees of Samaritan is only 15 minutes!Who we are: Samaritan Healthcare is a multifaceted healthcare organization located in Moses Lake, Washington. Organized as Grant County Public Hospital District No. 1 in 1947, Samaritan is committed to improving the health and well-being of the people of the Columbia Basin. At Samaritan, what sets us apart is our ability and desire to love. Love for our fellow employees, love for our patients, and love for accomplishing what’s best for our community. We seek to work as one unified body, one visionary mind—all fueled by one strong, beating, loving heart. Come join us as we are building a state-of-the-art new hospital! As a Samaritan Healthcare employee, you will be asked to carry out the Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategy of Samaritan Healthcare, personifying service and operational excellence including the creation and maintenance of the best patient, employee, physician, and student experience.