Ultrasonographer

South Shore Health System • Weymouth, MA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 2w ago

Job Description Summary

Performs ultrasound scanning procedures. Reports preliminary findings and diagnoses to the Radiologist. Takes anatomical pictures to demonstrate organs.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Receives and reviews requests for ultrasound studies on patients of all ages from child to geriatric.
Performs such exams as Abdominal Echoes, Renal, Aortic, Pelvic, Obstetrical and Biophysical Profiles, small parts to include breast, thyroid and scrotal exams.
Assists radiologist with invasive procedures including biopsies and aspirations.
Assists surgeons in OR with ultrasound guidance.
Utilizes real-time transvaginal transducers.
Checks all images with the Radiologist.
Provides written, unofficial reports of examinations.
Takes representative anatomical pictures, recognizes normal versus abnormal anatomy, and exhibits knowledge of various pathological processes.
Marks images for proper definition and explanation.
Performs general clerical duties accurately, including but not limited to:
1. Greeting patients in a courteous manner consistent with the hospital’s policy.
2. Logs and checks in patients accurately and appropriately.
3. Verifies information and exams performed. Updates and changes exam description to reflect actual exams performed. This assures the correct billing of patient accounts.
4. Quality assures exams performed, to capture the technologist, the room utilized and the time utilized.
5. Disposes of used linen and supplies in an appropriate manner.
Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
Participates in continued learning and possesses a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.