Status: Full-Time
POSITION SUMMARY: Performs two dimensional (2-D) ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for the diagnosis of disease and study of the malfunction of organs.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations.
- Perform invasive ultrasound procedures, doppler vascular examinations, deep abdominal studies and color-flow ultrasound as required.
- Selects appropriate equipment for use in ultrasound setup, following exam specifications.
- Explains the test to the patient. Instructs and assists the patient in assuming the physical position for examination.
- Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
- Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
- Selects a transducer and adjusts the equipment controls according to the organ to be examined, the depth of field and other specifications of test.
- Enters test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of the body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout or film.
- Obtains permanent record of internal examination by photographing images of organs shown on the display module or removing the strip printout.
- Evaluates technical quality of films to obtain representative images of pathogenic conditions; processes film in accordance with standard procedures or techniques.
- Discusses test results with supervisor or attending physician.
- Performs all quality control checks, as prescribed.
- Maintains accurate QC logs, service records, etc.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Completes annual educational requirements.
- Maintains regulatory requirements.
- Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties; maintains PAR levels.
- Attends annual review and department in services, as scheduled.
- Maintains hospital requirements, policies, and standards on confidentiality.
- Knowledgeable of local fire and safety regulations.
- Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography is desirable.
- Successful completion of an approved one (1) year program in ultrasound technology.
- Must be eligible for registry by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
- One (1) year of radiologic/imaging experience.
- Graduation from an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
- ARRT and/or CRT certification.
- Current BCLS certification.
- Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriate.