Job Summary:
Prioritizes and coordinates ultrasound exams with nursing units, radiologists, and referring physicians. Performs ultrasound exams in accordance with departmental protocols and standards. Provides adequate patient care as it relates to the exam requested. Operates ultrasound and associated equipment with proficiency.
Essential Functions:
- Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient
- Assists Radiologist in the performance of invasive procedures
- Evaluates the technical quality of the exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department
- Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient
- Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer, and/or Engineer
- Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies
- Maintains the assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked
- Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always
Physical Requirements:
Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance. Work requires walking, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and lifting during normal operation. Requires mental skills to read and comprehend patient orders and technical materials. Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment. Intact sense of sight and hearing.
Education, Experience, and Certifications:
Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S) required. Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program preferred. BLS required per policy guidelines. Interpersonal skills required.
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