Ultrasound Tech

Radiology Technical Employees

MAIN FUNCTION:

Operate under the direction of the Imaging Services Director, and/or Manager. For clinical direction the Medical Director of Radiology will have direct influence over the tasks performed. The Imaging Services Ultrasonographers will perform exams that include Diagnostic Testing, Therapeutic Exams, and Moderate Interventional Procedures.


All Technologists will be responsible to identify the correct patient for the exam, evaluate the physician order for accuracy and pertinent clinical information, and perform a complete, accurate, quality; Diagnostic or Therapeutic exam. It should be known that the patient population whom the exam is performed on may vary from neonate to geriatric. Upon completion of the exam the Technologist will be required to complete the paperwork (computer completion) and inform the Radiologist the examination is available for interpretation. The technologist at times based on patient workload volume may be required to assist and manage other responsibility demands as requested by Imaging management. The Technologist will at all times be responsible for maintaining a HIPPA compliant, safe environment for each patient they serve.


MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent intrapersonal skills
• Maintained BLS certification (Must be maintained while in the position)
• Technologists are required to be registered -
  1. For Ultrasound and Vascular Lab staff the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers will be credentialing organization accepted. Registry eligible technologists can be hired in Imaging Services with the expectation they become registered within 18 months of hiring date.
• Proven clinical and didactic capabilities
• Maintain required Continuing Education credits to hold current registration organization membership
• No written disciplinary action within the last 12 months

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES:

• Basic Computers skills with ability to navigate PACS / RIS
• 3 years previous experience in the field of Medical Imaging

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Employees in this position may be:

• Exposed to blood, body fluids and/or airborne pathogens, and are required to wear protective barriers.
• Employees in this position must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, turn, crouch, and bend as necessary to complete radiology exam tasks.
• Employees may be expected to work weekends, Holidays or possibly take call
• Subject to STHR (Short Term Hours Reduction) according to policy

POSITION EXPECTATIONS :

All expectations detailed below are considered ADA (American Disabilities Act) Essential.

Teamwork

• Embraces teamwork
• Accepts and responds to change productively, while maintaining a positive attitude
• Demonstrates appropriate work place behavior and competence within job duties
• Demonstrates basic conflict resolution skills

Communication

• Maintains awareness of verbal / non verbal communication in interactions with staff, other departments, physicians, patients and families
• Maintains patient confidentiality in all communication interactions: written, verbal, electronic and digital
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with all members of the health care team
• Demonstrates basic ability to initiate and manage crucial conversations
• Utilizes AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Expectations, Thank You) strategies to foster positive communication
• Demonstrates acceptance of supervisory authority, guidance, and instruction. Follows appropriate chain of command.
• Participates in team collaboration
• Reports patient observations and specific problems appropriately

Ultrasound Technologist

MAIN FUNCTION:

Ultrasound Technologists assist the Radiologist/Physician with the process of imaging for diagnosing illness. US Technologist job descriptions include tasks such as: capturing the image, obtaining the best quality image, and ensuring the patients are comfortable and safe. The US Technologist must be able to effectively explain the procedure to the patient. In addition, be sure that they are comfortable and at ease during the procedure; however, it is very important that they do what is necessary to obtain a high quality image that will be sufficient for thorough examination by the physician to allow for accurate interpretation and diagnosis.

Additional Position Expectations:

• Use of highly technical sonography equipment to produce images of structures inside the body.
• Placing a wand-like transducer device against the patient's skin on the area being imaged, while viewing the image on a monitor.
• Knowledge of how to use the equipment while viewing sound waves and frequencies in different areas of the body is important.
• Must use good judgment when determining if the procedure was sufficient for proper diagnoses, or if additional imaging procedures are needed
• Must be able to communicate calmly, compassionately, and professionally with all different types of patients including pediatric, the elderly, ailing, and handicapped.
• Perrform other assignments as requested by the Imaging Services Director or Manager
• Non Ultrasound registered technologists are expected that registry will be obtained within 18 months of hire
• Possess sufficient computer skills to perform responsibilities in PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) and RIS (Radiology Information System)
• Must be able to closely follow physician instructions, prepare radiography equipment, position patients, and obtain optimal images for diagnosis.
• Postion requires call and weekend coverage