Ultrasound Tech

The ultrasound technologist is responsible for performing ultrasound exams within the Ob Gyn Clinic. They will participate in quality improvement and other duties SUPERVISOR – Clinic Manager & Director of Practice Management Chief Nursing Officer / Nursing Supervisor when applicable SUPERVISES – No supervisory duties DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Answers telephone calls in a professional manner; appropriately prioritizing and communicating messages to the provider. Maintains accurate and continued documentation including patient histories, conditions, treatments, responses and assessment of changes. Completes all provider assignments/patient follow-up by the end of each day. Maintains patient exam rooms, patient restroom, and workstations according to standard. Maintains established office policies and procedures, objectives, performance improvement program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients and families in accordance with office standards educating patients and families as needed. Ensures an adequate stock of supplies assisting in cost containment through appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment. Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Reviews Athena workflow dashboard and completes necessary tasks. Verifies schedule one week in advance to confirm patient information, including demographics, insurance and due date are properly entered. Inputs ultrasound report into patient's Athena chart. Enters ultrasound charges into Athena the following business day. Maintains daily and monthly logs as required Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Ability to organize, coordinate and evaluate patient information. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to be flexible and function under stressful situations. Ability to train and mentor new staff members. EDUCATION Graduate of School of Radiologic Technology EXPERIENCE 1 or more year experience in general ultrasound CERTIFICATE/LICENSE ARRT registered as a Radiologic Technologist and/or Registered in Ultrasound (RDMS) or registry eligible in Ultrasound Current BCLS certification Iowa Mandatory Reporter – Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Certificates Must-Have Requirements ARRT registered as a Radiologic Technologist and/or Registered in Ultrasound (RDMS) or registry eligible in Ultrasound Current BCLS certification 1 or more year experience in general ultrasound #J-18808-Ljbffr Career Crunch