Job Description

Job Description

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Job Summary : T he Ultrasound Technologist performs routine, advanced and biopsy ultrasound procedures. The technologist also maintains the cleanliness and ensures proper operation of the equipment, stocks clinical supplies, performs quality assurance/continuous quality improvement functions and utilizes the department RIS/PACS systems to manage patients images, records and files.

Responsibilities:

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• Requires thorough knowledge of the techniques of ultrasound and good knowledge of ultrasound and related equipment.
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• Requires good knowledge of human anatomy.
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• Requires good knowledge of the Radiology Information Systems and PACS to keep accurate patient records.
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• Requires the ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions.
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• Administers imaging tests and treatments as prescribed by clinical providers using protocols to produce acceptable quality radiology images;
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• Positions and instructs patients in preparation for taking Ultrasound images;
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• Makes adjustments to ultrasound equipment to correct settings for each examination.
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• Assists clinical providers with various procedures, treatments, and surgical techniques as directed.
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• Troubleshoots Ultrasound equipment and systems as needed.
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• Tracks and secures supplies according to departmental guidelines;
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• Follows department guidelines to correctly identify patient, and enter patient information into imaging systems;
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• Properly images cases and archives to PACS, also utilizes the Radiology Information Systems to keep accurate patient records;
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• Ability to write preliminary reports after scanning, completing worksheets in a neat, legible and specific format.
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• Assures that the working environment is clean and in compliance with regulatory agencies.
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• Assists in orientation and training of new staff as requested and serves as a resource person and professional role model.
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• Performs other functions as required.
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• Other related duties as assigned
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Qualifications/Requirements:

Experience: One-year experience as a Radiologic Technologist, preferred.

Education: Graduate of an approved Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs School of Ultrasound is required.

Licenses / Certifications: Licensed by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Other:

Special Requirements: Must maintain the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Ultrasound Technologist.

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