Job Description

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) provide specialized care for patients with complex medical needs. Our long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) offers advanced, hospital-level treatment for chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended stays. In addition, our Acute Rehabilitation Unit is dedicated to helping patients recover from the effects of acute injuries, impairments, or illnesses. With a focus on personalized care, both the LTACH and ARU collaborate with your physician to provide 24/7 clinical care, ensuring continuous support on your path to recovery.

Produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recording of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs by performing the following duties.

Essential Functions

• Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures of specified body areas by properly positioning patients and locating/scanning areas for interpretation as directed by the physician or radiologist.
• Explains procedures to patients and/or family members ensuring cooperation and optimum test results and to reduce anxiety.
• Develops film using automatic film processing equipment and assembles all necessary patient information (i.e., history and past films/records). Delivers to Radiologist/Physician for interpretation/review following established procedures.
• Prepares or cleans patient rooms by changing linens, stocking supplies, wiping off tables and cleaning equipment, ensuring an efficient and clean working environment.
• Assist physicians with such procedures as needle biopsies, renal biopsies, etc. by scanning patient, marking patient’s body, and determining angle of puncture as requested.
• Schedules patients as needed and ensures patients receive adequate service.
• Maintains patient information by purging or updating patient film jackets and/or filing reports or film files to ensure accurate patient records.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment by performing scheduled cleanings/tests and documents results. Contacts service personnel and notifies supervision of malfunctioning equipment.
• Performs other related duties as directed to support the achievement of established goals and objectives.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Approximate percent of time required to travel:
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Interpersonal communication skills in order to effectively instruct patients and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) graduate of an accredited Ultrasound or Radiologic Technology program (required)
• Associate’s Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Radiologic Technology (preferred)

Licenses / Certifications

• (S) ARDMS or ARRT – Sonography or equivalent credential (RDMS or CCI) Upon Hire or within facility-specified timeframe (required)

Experience

• 1+ years clinical experience in diagnostic ultrasound imaging (preferred)
• Prior experience in a hospital or acute care setting (preferred)