Ultrasound Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Performs all ultrasound as directed.
• Prepares patients for ultrasound procedures following established procedures for patient care and safety.
• Ensures ultrasound equipment is in working order. Reports equipment malfunctions to Practice Administrator.
• Documents all completed ultrasound procedures and processes all related paperwork as directed by physician order.
• Must have knowledge and experience regarding electronic medical records (Athena).
• Maintains examination rooms. Stocks necessary medical and ultrasound supplies.
• Must be willing to answer phones.
• Must have experience or willing to train in area of patient triage, nurse calls, pre-certs, referrals, scheduling testing and patient appointments.

Skills/Abilities:

• Experience with echo and vascular sonography.
• Proficient in all ultrasound modalities and protocols, PACS, RIS
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform ultrasound testing including body mechanics and patient movement.
• Knowledge or ultrasound equipment including safety hazards.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality as directed by OSHA and HIPAA standards.
• Knowledge of medical chart reporting and electronic medical records.
• Knowledge of clinic/medical practice procedures related to all medical operations.
• Must be skilled in customer service and have a pleasant and courteous demeanor while dealing with all patients and callers.
• Must be well organized and detail organized and be able to work independently without much supervision.
• Must have skills in critical thinking, communication, influence and decision making.
• Must have the ability to work cooperatively as a member of office staff and team.

Mental/Physical/Requirements:

• Combination of standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and sitting.
• Able to use correct body mechanics to assist patients appropriately.
• Occasional stress from multiple requests.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Graduate from an ultrasound school preferred or on the job training.

Licenses or Certifications:

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or registry eligible