Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Performs a variety of Ultrasound procedures that utilize high frequency sound waves to evaluate internal organs and vessels for the diagnosis of disease.
- Prepares exam room.
- Obtains informed consent, and requests an accurate clinical history as necessary for the exam.
- Reviews patient history and determines proper selection of protocols.
- Explains method of examination and positions patient.
- Assesses the patient’s status and needs, completes appropriate diagnostic techniques/tests to ascertain patient’s ongoing condition, and performs the necessary interventions.
- Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered.
- Ensures quality images.
- Coordinates the preparation of images/exams and needed documentation for physician partners.
- Documents and communicates patient related information thoroughly and accurately.
- Informs patient of physician’s instructions or ancillary caregiver’s observations or concerns and takes same into consideration in providing appropriate care.
- Meets the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency.
- Ensures safe and effective hand off between shifts by communicating clearly with oncoming shift.
- Monitors equipment reliability and safety.
- Reports issues and/or repairs or service due.
- Orders and stocks supplies, cleans rooms, and equipment to maintain work environment.
- Transports patients as needed.
- Actively participates in quality initiatives, including patient satisfaction, patient care, and workflow.
- Promotes mission, vision, and values of client, and abides by service behavior standards.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Preferred Education:
- Associate’s degree preferred.
Required Certifications & Licensure:
- American Registry of Radiologic Technology ARRT (S) or ARDMS registry is required.
- RDCS – Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer.
- RCS – Reg Cardiac Sono.
- Candidates must obtain registry within 18 months of hire.
- BLS – American Heart Association.