Ultrasound Technologist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for performing a variety of specialized technical tasks in Diagnostic Ultrasound utilizing high frequency sound waves to assist medical and professional personnel in detecting anatomical abnormalities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs procedures according to departmental format, completing exam in allotted time.
• Performs required daily clerical duties including EPIC, Tele tracking System, scheduling and other systems.
• Performs portable ultrasound exams.
• Performs complex diagnostic ultrasound procedures including detection of masses, abscesses, and stones.
• Assists physician with biopsy deep abdominal studies and color-flow ultrasound.
• Prepares and sets up medical supplies, instruments and equipment.
• Prepares and positions patients; explains procedures.
• Evaluates image quality and processes images.
• Maintains records, archives and retrieves data.
• Calibrates, cleans and maintains equipment.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments and replenishes supplies.
• Provides technical assistance to students, employees and residents.
• Lifts 25 lbs., pushes/pulls 50 lbs., stands minimum 6 hours/day.
• Greets patients using AIDET standards.
• Responsible for scheduled shifts including overtime as needed.
• Adheres to ID, attendance and punctuality policies.
• Provides age/culture appropriate patient care and communication.
• Adheres to client organizational competencies.

Required Education:

• Graduate of an approved Ultrasound School.
• 2 years training in Allied Health/College.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• R.D.M.S. registered.
• Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).

Required Skills & Experience:

• Must be able to perform CPR.
• Knowledge of all ultrasound equipment, their function, and operation of each control.
• Understanding of equipment and computer systems as well as the procedures for equipment service.
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of safety, infection, and disaster policy and procedures, including implementation of patient care in cases of an emergency situation.
• Maintains CEU Credits.
• Breast Center – Ultrasound Technologist with Breast Experience REQUIRED.

Breast Technical Competencies:

• Proficient in Breast Ultrasound Techniques: routine and complex breast ultrasound examinations, various transducer types and frequencies, scanning protocols for dense breasts, implants, masses
• Skilled in Doppler techniques to assess vascularity
• Image Acquisition and Optimization: adjust Product, depth, focus, TGC to optimize clarity and detail; understand artifacts and minimize them
• Knowledge of Breast Anatomy and Pathology to identify suspicious findings
• Equipment Operation and Maintenance including troubleshooting minor technical issues
• PACS image archiving and retrieval
• Assist physicians with ultrasound-guided breast biopsies, aspirations and other interventional procedures using sterile technique
• Participate in quality control and assurance programs to maintain image quality and equipment performance

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• 1 year of clinical experience in ultrasound.