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One of the Best Places to Work in the Valley by the Business Journal of Phoenix

Mercy Gilbert Medical Center opened in June 2006. At present, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center has 206 private rooms with guest accommodations, with the capacity to expand to 400 beds over the next five years. We are extremely proud to announce that in our first year we were voted a Best Place to Work in the Valley. We are also very proud to be named one of Americas top ten Healing Hospitals by the Journal of Sacred Work. Our commitment and culture of Radical Loving Care characterized by significant consistency in the delivery of compassionate and competent service to all. For over 100 years the Sisters of Mercy have provided caring healthcare to Arizona communities with a proven commitment to the healing and wellness of body, mind and spirit. In keeping with this fine tradition, they now lend their dedication and compassion to Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, which honors them with its name. Mercy Gilbert Medical Center is a four story, full-service, acute-care hospital spanning 60 acres. An additional 40 acres housing a medical office building, research and lab facilities will complete the campus. With 42 hospitals in Arizona, California and Nevada, CHW is one of the largest healthcare systems in the West. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Seasoned licensed Sonographer needed for FT help. Must be experienced in both general and vascular ultrasound. PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS1. Dignity supported by respecting the inherent value and worth each person possesses as a member of the human family, and by: conveying an image of dignity and trustworthiness; respecting the rights, privacy and differences of others; ensuring discussions of patient occur only for appropriate care related purposes and never referring to patients or families in a disparaging manner.2. Justice supported by advocating social change and acting in ways that promote respect for all persons and demonstrating compassion for our sisters and brothers who are powerless, and by: connecting with resources available to assist the poor and vulnerable in obtaining healthcare; promoting fairness in internal policies and practices and external relationships and which may impact healthcare access for the poor and vulnerable.3. Stewardship supported by cultivating resources entrusted to us for promoting healing and wholeness, and by: using time effectively; avoiding waste and recycling; exploring alternatives for doing things better; always working safely.4. Collaboration supported through working with others with common values and vision to achieve shared goals, and by: listening to others ideas, with willingness to be influenced; functioning well in teams; giving common goals priority over individual goals.5. Excellence supported by a shared commitment to exceed expected results in our work and provision of services through teamwork and creativity, and by: consistently performing in a manner that enhances customer service; approaching work with the attitude that quality can always be improved.6. Demonstrates appropriate time management skills.7. Demonstrates effective verbal and legible written communications and interpersonal skills with associates, community and other customers. Provides accurate and helpful information and instructions to departmental and hospital customers. Accurate listening skills while checking understanding, with appropriate follow through on requests for information and/or services.8. Knowledge and application of quality improvement for own work and for departmental processes.9. Knowledge and application of individual and department role in external/internal disaster. Knowledge and application of hospital emergency pager process and different codes (i.e., Pink, Grey, Silver, etc.). Able to understand and utilize emergency code and preparedness guidelines.10. Demonstrate appropriate response to malfunctioning equipment; proper lifting and moving techniques; procedure for reporting injuries/exposures; and maintenance of a safe work environment that is free from clutter or injury hazards.11. Knowledge of the purpose of MSDS information and location in the department; the procedure in the event of a hazardous material spill; and the hazardous communication plan.12. Responsible for reporting all events per policy, including sentinel events and near misses. Identification and reporting of medical safety improvement opportunities. Understanding and following the National Patient Safety Goals.13. Knowledge of the hospital and departmental infection control plan, policies and/or procedures, including standard precautions; hand washing procedures; prevention of exposures to blood-borne/other pathogens and needle stick injuries; handling and disposal of sharps; and reporting of exposure incidents.14. Knowledge of the procedures to take in the event that smoke or fire is detected (R.A.C.E.); the location of department fire extinguishers and fire alarm pull boxes and how to operate; steps to take when the fire alarm is sounded and the fire is in another area; and department fire evacuation plan.15. Responsible to report a security incident; knowledge of the procedures to take during and emergency security incident; maintenance of a secure environment related to personal items; and appropriate security of hospital/facility items.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:1. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures.2. Assures that good safety practices are utilized for the protection of patients, staff and self.3. Treats all patients with dignity and respect. Complaints/concerns are minimal.4. Educates patient, family and others, as appropriate, in regard to procedures the patient may be having. Provides the necessary documentation as appropriate.5. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work and assures that rooms are stocked with the necessary supplies and accessories.6. Able to perform the clerical functions of order entry and film sign-out with the use of the computer system as well as being able to file/retrieve films and hang/remove films from film viewers.7. Covers call and responds appropriately.8. Displays competency operating teleradiology system.9. Performs examinations according to workload and as directed by departmental lead or charge person.10. Maintains professional licensure as defined by position qualifications.11. Displays competency operating equipment and performing procedures in the department, in the operating room, and on a mobile basis.12. Always provides written documentation on the requisition stating the reason(s) the exams are being done. Initials all requisitions signifying that you performed the exam.13. Accurately marks sonograms and assures that the patient and technologist information is clearly visible.14. Always produces high-quality sonograms and has minimal waste. Exams are performed in a timely fashion minimizing patient waiting times.15. Displays a thorough knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and positioning as it relates to the performance of procedures.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS1. Certificate Degree in Ultrasound2. Two (2) years Ultrasound experience3. Knowledge and technical competence with ultrasound equipment and procedures4. Ability to interact with Radiologists in discussing and interpreting results of scans5. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment, making decisions and directing work and patient flow to achieve maximum operational efficiency6. In-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology, understanding of the medical terminology associated with various proceduresLICENSURE/CERTIFICATION1. Current Ultrasound License (ARDMS) in Abdomen or OB/GYN2. Current BLS Healthcare Provider card

FACILITY INFORMATION Mercy Gilbert Medical Center opened in June 2006. At present, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center has 206 private rooms with guest accommodations, with the capacity to expand to 400 beds over the next five years. We are extremely proud to announce that in our first year we were voted a Best Place to Work in the Valley. We are also very proud to be named one of Americas top ten Healing Hospitals by the Journal of Sacred Work. Our commitment and culture of Radical Loving Care characterized by significant consistency in the delivery of compassionate and competent service to all. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Seasoned licensed Sonographer needed for supplemental help. Must be experienced in both general and vascular ultrasound. PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS1. Dignity supported by respecting the inherent value and worth each person possesses as a member of the human family, and by: conveying an image of dignity and trustworthiness; respecting the rights, privacy and differences of others; ensuring discussions of patient occur only for appropriate care related purposes and never referring to patients or families in a disparaging manner.2. Justice supported by advocating social change and acting in ways that promote respect for all persons and demonstrating compassion for our sisters and brothers who are powerless, and by: connecting with resources available to assist the poor and vulnerable in obtaining healthcare; promoting fairness in internal policies and practices and external relationships and which may impact healthcare access for the poor and vulnerable.3. Stewardship supported by cultivating resources entrusted to us for promoting healing and wholeness, and by: using time effectively; avoiding waste and recycling; exploring alternatives for doing things better; always working safely.4. Collaboration supported through working with others with common values and vision to achieve shared goals, and by: listening to others ideas, with willingness to be influenced; functioning well in teams; giving common goals priority over individual goals.5. Excellence supported by a shared commitment to exceed expected results in our work and provision of services through teamwork and creativity, and by: consistently performing in a manner that enhances customer service; approaching work with the attitude that quality can always be improved.6. Demonstrates appropriate time management skills.7. Demonstrates effective verbal and legible written communications and interpersonal skills with associates, community and other customers. Provides accurate and helpful information and instructions to departmental and hospital customers. Accurate listening skills while checking understanding, with appropriate follow through on requests for information and/or services.8. Knowledge and application of quality improvement for own work and for departmental processes.9. Knowledge and application of individual and department role in external/internal disaster. Knowledge and application of hospital emergency pager process and different codes (i.e., Pink, Grey, Silver, etc.). Able to understand and utilize emergency code and preparedness guidelines.10. Demonstrate appropriate response to malfunctioning equipment; proper lifting and moving techniques; procedure for reporting injuries/exposures; and maintenance of a safe work environment that is free from clutter or injury hazards.11. Knowledge of the purpose of MSDS information and location in the department; the procedure in the event of a hazardous material spill; and the hazardous communication plan.12. Responsible for reporting all events per policy, including sentinel events and near misses. Identification and reporting of medical safety improvement opportunities. Understanding and following the National Patient Safety Goals.13. Knowledge of the hospital and departmental infection control plan, policies and/or procedures, including standard precautions; hand washing procedures; prevention of exposures to blood-borne/other pathogens and needle stick injuries; handling and disposal of sharps; and reporting of exposure incidents.14. Knowledge of the procedures to take in the event that smoke or fire is detected (R.A.C.E.); the location of department fire extinguishers and fire alarm pull boxes and how to operate; steps to take when the fire alarm is sounded and the fire is in another area; and department fire evacuation plan.15. Responsible to report a security incident; knowledge of the procedures to take during and emergency security incident; maintenance of a secure environment related to personal items; and appropriate security of hospital/facility items.16. Knowledge of the procedure to take in the event of a utility system failure (i.e., water, electricity, telephone, medical gases).17. Knowledge of safe work habits in a radiation area and steps to take to report an unsafe or hazardous issue in the work area.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:1. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures.2. Assures that good safety practices are utilized for the protection of patients, staff and self.3. Treats all patients with dignity and respect. Complaints/concerns are minimal.4. Educates patient, family and others, as appropriate, in regard to procedures the patient may be having. Provides the necessary documentation as appropriate.5. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work and assures that rooms are stocked with the necessary supplies and accessories.6. Able to perform the clerical functions of order entry and film sign-out with the use of the computer system as well as being able to file/retrieve films and hang/remove films from film viewers.7. Covers call and responds appropriately.8. Displays competency operating teleradiology system.9. Performs examinations according to workload and as directed by departmental lead or charge person.10. Maintains professional licensure as defined by position qualifications.11. Displays competency operating equipment and performing procedures in the department, in the operating room, and on a mobile basis.12. Always provides written documentation on the requisition stating the reason(s) the exams are being done. Initials all requisitions signifying that you performed the exam.13. Accurately marks sonograms and assures that the patient and technologist information is clearly visible.14. Always produces high-quality sonograms and has minimal waste. Exams are performed in a timely fashion minimizing patient waiting times.15. Displays a thorough knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and positioning as it relates to the performance of procedures.16. Practices good sterile technique when required and utilizes universal precautions and other infection control practices as appropriate.17. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.18. Participates in CQI activities as requested.19. Consistently introduces self and role when interacting with patients and families.20. Consistently utilizes the scripting both in face-to-face patient/family interactions and telephone interactions.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS1. Certificate Degree in Ultrasound2. Two (2) years Ultrasound experience3. Knowledge and technical competence with ultrasound equipment and procedures4. Ability to interact with Radiologists in discussing and interpreting results of scans5. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment, making decisions and directing work and patient flow to achieve maximum operational efficiency6. In-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology, understanding of the medical terminology associated with various proceduresLICENSURE/CERTIFICATION1. Current Ul