Registered Ultrasound Tech

Overview Performs ultrasound imaging studies in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines. Prepares and transports patients as necessary. Prepares imaging equipment, room, and images, as need for interpretation. Verifies and completes studies in RIS and PACS. Maintains Quality Control on Equipment as instructed. Responsibilities Performs such exams as abdominal echoes, renal, aorta, thyroid, pelvic, obstetrical, bio-physical profiles, vascular studies, testicular and breast. Color flow studies, doppler studies, renal biopsies and fluid collections of localized areas. Checks all images with the radiologist; consults with the radiologist about the reading of scans and reports. 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. Available for on call status, as needed. Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards. Follows the hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment. Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra-departmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives. Qualifications Education (experience can be substituted for education) Associate's Degree Associate Degree in Sonography from approved program—OR Associate Degree in Radiology from approved program, minimally required Work Experience (education can be substituted for experience) Up to 1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic Computer Skills; Must be able to meet hospital on-call requirements Licenses and Certifications: Registered or Registry eligible in Ultrasound, with requirement to become Registered within 18 months required; CPR required #J-18808-Ljbffr Appalachian Regional Healthcare Inc.