Ultrasound Tech Lead

Carteret Health Care • Dartmouth, MA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 13h ago

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operates ultrasound imaging equipment to obtain diagnostic images and information, ensuring the patient is properly prepared, obtains a relevant patient history, and assures proper positioning. Selects proper imaging techniques and follows department protocols to provide a complete study for the exam requested. Provides complete documentation of the exam and provides the Radiologist with an initial interpretation.
Correlates medical history with the test required and decides the correct performance of the examination.
When supplied medical history is not adequate, the technologist will proceed with telephone communication to the ordering physician regarding the exam, patient history, and/or other relevant information required to perform the exam.
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize duties and adjusts and revises workload as necessary in view of fluctuations in patient workload.
Explains the exam to the patient, taking into consideration their physical and emotional needs. Follows HIPAA standards to maintain patient privacy and disclosure of protected patient information.
Must be able to communicate calmly, compassionately, and professionally with all types of patients and associates. Uses independent judgment in pressure situations to obtain the proper outcome.
Maintains a clean work area, prepares the equipment, patient room, and stocks supplies. Informs appropriate personnel when orders need to be placed in a timely manner.
Remains flexible in all shift coverage and overtime situations as they become necessary.
Verifies operation of all ultrasound equipment to be used during the workday and notifies appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions and repairs as needed.
Utilizes aseptic sterile technique as necessary for any invasive procedures and assists the Radiologist during such procedures. Maintains all supplies needed for these procedures in a clean and organized manner.
Maintains effective working relations and communication with departmental and other Hawthorn Medical personnel, as well as various community interactions as appropriate to the position.
Demonstrates competency in all RIS applications, especially pertaining to patient exam status and tracking. Edits any/all examinations in RIS prior to radiologist dictation.
Follows all PACS workflow procedures for quality, proper identification, and completeness of examinations requested.
Executes paperwork as necessary for each patient exam, including but not limited to CPT codes and checking all physician order sheets prior to the patient exam.
Remains current on developments and trends in imaging techniques, procedures, and equipment by reading manuals and technical journals. Participates in educational programs and maintains CEUs that meet State and National guidelines. Attends staff meetings and in-service education programs.
May be called upon to oversee and instruct various personnel and students as assigned and deemed necessary by the Imaging Supervisor.

QUALIFICATION:

Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and/or ARRT in Sonography.
Five (5) years of Ultrasound experience is preferred.
Current BLS certificate.

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