Ultrasound Tech FT

Schedule: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 501 REDMOND RD NW, Rome, Georgia 30165 Job Description Work Schedule: Days. Call required once every 8-10 weeks. Performs high-quality diagnostic ultrasound exams in accordance with provider orders and departmental protocols. Verifies patient identity, obtains clinical history, and ensures exam appropriateness prior to procedures. Positions patients and operates ultrasound equipment to acquire optimal diagnostic images and data. Maintains accurate documentation in EMR/PACS systems and completes technologist worksheets for radiologist review. Collaborates with radiologists and healthcare teams while ensuring patient comfort, safety, infection control, and exam room readiness. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must have detailed knowledge of ultrasound physics as well as cross-sectional and vascular anatomy and Doppler techniques in order to perform independent procedures to Radiologist standards. [Required] Required to use computer systems for data entry and retrieval and must have basic computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office. [Required] Must possess patient care and communication skills to effectively deal with patients across all age groups from infant through geriatric, including handling sensitive issues in a calm and professional manner. [Required] Ability to interact professionally with patients, families, physicians, and staff, maintaining a calming and professional disposition at all times. Must be able to communicate effectively about the procedure and handle patient questions, especially regarding visible examinations such as fetal ultrasounds. [Required] Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English. [Required] Required to learn and use Radiology software packages and PACS applications, with the ability to quickly adapt to departmental policies and procedures. [Required] Must maintain responsibility for continuing education and annual education requirements and keep all required registries and licenses up to date to perform imaging procedures. [Required] Ability to perform various ultrasound procedures independently without constant supervision and must demonstrate appropriate technical skills in Ultrasound. [Required] Must have the ability to recognize subtle differences between healthy and pathological areas and have knowledge of anatomy, physiology, patient care, and medical ethics. [Required] Expected to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, demonstrating flexibility, reliability, sound judgment, and initiative. Must be familiar with age-specific criteria and demonstrate competency in all applicable areas. [Required] Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required, with the ability to communicate effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and ages. [Required] Education High School Grad or Equiv [Required] Associate [Preferred] Technical/Vocational School [Preferred] Field of Study Technical/Vocational School in a program that makes candidate eligible to sit for ARDMS or ARRT boards Work Experience 1+ work experience [Preferred] Licenses and Certifications Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required] Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) [Required] Registered Technologist - Vascular Sonography (R.T.(VS)(ARRT)) [Required] Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) [Required] Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen (RDMS-AB) [Required] Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer w/ OB/GYN Spec (RDMS-OBGYN) [Required] Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS) [Required] Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Pediatric Sonography (RDMS-PS) [Required] Registered Technologist - Breast Sonography (R.T.(BS)(ARRT)) [Required] Pay Range: $27.41 - $50.99 This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr