Ultrasound Technologist

Overview:

Perform all clinical ultrasound procedures. Operate and maintain assigned area in a professional manner. Maintain quality standards and coordinate with other clinic areas to provide maximum level of service to patients.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for performing all Ultrasound procedures offered by the Radiology Department.


• Obtain correct/current clinical history on patients.


• Check orders and patient identity prior to exam.


• Transport all patients to and from department safely.


• Confirm technical quality of exam is appropriate for interpretation.


• Process exam appropriately to store in PACS – clean equipment on a regular basis.


• Communicate with patients, co-workers, providers and supervisors in a professional manner and be sensitive to the needs of both internal and external customers.


• Explain procedures in a compassionate and sensitive manner.


• Perform all QA/QC procedures of equipment.  Maintain knowledge of operating standards and when equipment is not within acceptable limits.


• Strive to support and facilitate the radiology department with other company care sites and departments for the betterment of the patient’s experience.


• Maintain department records as requested by supervisor, department director and/or other regulatory agencies.


• Perform general office duties of the department when needed to include but not limited to: answering telephones, scheduling and greeting patients.


• Perform additional duties as needed.

Education:

• Minimum:  High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent.


• Minimum:  Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology.


• Current CPR certification. Must be ARDMS registered in OB and AB and RVT registered in VT.

Experience:

• Minimum: One year of experience in Ultrasound Technology.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.


• Understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.


• Solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.


• Work without direct supervision within the guidelines set by the department.


• Work for long periods under pressure and


• Work at computer terminal for long intervals.


• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.


• Write routine reports and correspondence.


• Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

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