Surgical Services Ultrasound Technician

As a socially responsible health care employer and provider, we require our associates to show proof of annual influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations unless approved exemption is provided.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio is seeking a full-time (37.5 Hours) Ultrasound Technician at our East Columbus Surgical Center.

SUMMARY

The Surgical Services Ultrasound Technician is responsible for performing limited ultrasounds, providing abortion information to clients, assisting in medical procedures, and handling clerical tasks. This professional is dedicated to upholding high standards of client care and exceptional customer service. In line with the PPGOH Ultrasound Standard Operating Procedures, the Surgical Services Ultrasound Technician will work to support the Director of Ultrasound Services and the Director of Surgical Services to ensure abortion and ultrasound services accordance with PPGOH standards and guidelines as well as operating in compliance to all applicable regulatory bodies.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN?

Our Mission

We protect, promote, and provide empowered health care for people throughout Ohio.

• We respect and honor all people
• We are committed to a diverse and inclusive environment for patients and staff
• We provide health care - without judgment
• We maintain responsible business practices
• We regularly demonstrate our shared organizational workplace values and standards in order to educate and care for the communities that we serve

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical 90% employer-paid base medical plans for single coverage
• Dental
• Vision 100% employer paid
• Life Insurance 100% employer paid
• Accidental Death & Disability 100% employer paid
• Long Term/Short Term Disability 100% employer paid
• 401(k) with matching employer contribution up to 4%
• Nine (9) paid holidays per year
• Two (2) paid floating holidays per year
• Financial incentive program for certified bilingual staff**aa

**Planned Parenthood respects and honors all people. Qualified associates who are fluent in a needed language (Spanish, Nepali, or Somali, depending on geographic service area) will earn a $1.00 per hour differential for two years following successful examination.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

Certificate or diploma in clinical or medical ultrasound, or enrollment in program with an anticipated graduation date in the next 90 days required

• ARDMS Certification strongly preferred but not required
• Ultrasound training experience preferred
• Additional Medical / Health Care related certificate or diploma preferred
• Willingness and ability to learn new skills appropriate to PPGOH clinical duties. Able to work cooperatively as a member of a health care delivery team.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Promote an organizational culture that embraces respect, quality care, effective communication, teamwork, accountability, innovation and responsibility.

• Perform ultrasound imaging procedure of clients for the purposes of pregnancy dating, identification of the presence or absence of cardiac activity, and fetal number.
• Set up and maintain ultrasound equipment, demonstrating proficiency in handling high-level disinfectants.
• Addressing patients' concerns before, during and after ultrasound examinations
• Keep accurate records of scans performed and images produced
• Screen medical and social history with correct documentation of pertinent information.
• Properly cleans, maintains equipment, and disposes of contaminated supplies.
• Maintain clear and accurate medical records, utilizing electronic health record system.
• Provides direct patient care as scheduled, in compliance with all affiliate protocols and procedures, to include education and counseling patients, maintaining medical records and logs, documenting Care Paths, scheduling patients and responding in a professional manner to the need of patients.
• Provides abortion clients with accurate information regarding PPGOH services, including questions pertaining to abortion and contraception options as well as funding sources.
• Familiar with health center funding sources, billing systems and medical coding.
• Assists in surgical procedures by providing intraoperative scans.
• Provides pregnancy testing, information, and referrals.
• Collects and prepares lab specimens, including venipuncture and urine collection.
• Prepares abortion rooms and maintains cleanliness and inventory of the lab area and exam rooms.
• Communicates with co-workers to keep client visits moving in a timely manner.
• Maintains confidentiality and exercises sensitivity and a nonjudgmental manner in dealing with sexuality and sensitive issues with clients.
• Maintain a detailed understanding of and ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulations pertaining to the operations of the Health Center including, OSHA, CLIA, and ODH and their healthcare reporting requirements.
• Participates in PPGOH professional development including service expansion and ongoing staff competency.

PROMISE TO OUR ASSOCIATES

Planned Parenthood has served Ohioans with safe, accessible, and affordable health care for 100 years and welcomed more than 100,000 patient visits to our health centers in 2020. Every day, we fight to provide this care to everyone, no matter their income level, insurance status, zip code, color, creed, or country of origin.

As a mission-driven health care provider, Planned Parenthood is dedicated to ending health disparities and achieving health equity among all races. We work on all levels through our health centers, educational programming, and public policy to make the greatest impact on the communities we serve.

In order to become the leading organization for high quality reproductive health care, we continuously strive to create a supportive work environment that results in a positive experience for patients and associates alike. We find this support in our In This Together workplace values and service standards that bring associates together and foster an inclusive culture.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio (PPGOH) is an equal opportunity employer. We care for our business by ensuring that all of our decisions regarding the employment relationship, including the terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are in accordance with our principles of equal opportunity.

As a matter of PPGOH policy we affirm that we respect and honor all people and we will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

In addition to the above commitments, PPGOH seeks to have employees that reflect the broad diversity of those that we serve and we encourage all who are ready to be In This Together to apply.