Ultrasound Tech I
Ultrasound Tech I
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Overview
Ultrasound Technologist
Full Time 80 Hours Per Pay Period Night Shift
7 On and 7 Off
Morristown Hamblen Overview:
MorristownHamblen Healthcare System has167 licensed beds and 23 emergency suites. The hospitaloffers outstanding ancillary services including Laboratory Radiology and Therapy our Breast Imaging Center of Excellencewomen can have their annual mammograms biopsiesand can meet with a nurse navigator if needed. The Womens Center offers six newly remodeled labor and delivery suites and has a secure nursery for the care of our newborns. It serves an eightcounty region in the Lakeway Area and is equipped with modern technologies and expert staff to provide the best possible patient care. Learn more about our amazing facility at Summary:
Performs physician defined routine and specialized ultrasound procedures. Performs complex tasks associated with the operations of ultrasound equipment to produce high quality ultrasound images. The ultrasound technologist is responsible for maintaining a safe ultrasound environment at all times.
Responsibilities
- Performs procedures or examinations under the order of a licensed medical practitioner for diagnostic interpretation.
- Ensure the sonography examination order is complete contains relevant information.
- Conduct patient clinical assessment.
- Obtains and documents pertinent clinical information and technical findings for review by physician for order clarification and followthrough.
- Identifies and documents any limitations to the sonography examination. Reviews examination images synthesize examination results and prepare preliminary findings for physician prior to physician interpretation.
- Documents any incidental findings that might impact patient safety or patient care.
- Demonstrates competency in critical thinking skills including demonstration of competency in addressing the agespecific needs of the patient population served.
- Follows established processes for supply charging stock maintenance and vendor ordering.
- Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of an ACR accredited Ultrasound Department and related equipment to produce high quality ultrasound images.
- Selects appropriate associated equipment/data manipulation to achieve desired results with factors influencing data acquisition.
- Technically proficient in the operation and quality control aspects of scanning and image recording equipment specific to the assigned work area.
- Identifies and screens patient. Obtains patient history completes and verifies accurate consents informed consent and/or permits as needed.
- Performs quality imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocols. Assists physicians with US procedures when needed.
- Follows the Joint Commission procedures regarding medication preparation/usage on patient for minimally invasive procedures.
- Follow policy regarding time out prior to minimally invasive procedures being performed.
- Practices aseptic technique and uses universal precautions.
- Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes.
- Provides patient instructions/education to obtain desired results gain cooperation and minimize anxiety during exams.
- Positions patients for ultrasound imaging using immobilization and protective equipment to minimize risk to patient self and others.
- Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest respecting the patients ability safety and comfort.
- Provides for psychological and physical needs of patients for ultrasound imaging procedures. Proficient in patient assessment and monitoring.
- Provides patient services consistent with the Scope of Practice and Clinical Standards for Diagnostic Sonographer.
- Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures and assists patients families practitioners and visitors as needed.
- Completes required education assignments annually.
- Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
- Proficient in required data entry record maintenance and statistical data.
- Maintains patients confidential records reports and files following established HIPAA guidelines.
- Stays current in Basic Life Support (BLS) and performs BLS as needed.
- Follows policies procedures and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority at the time license and/or certification was granted.
Minimum Experience:
Must have successfully completed an accredited ultrasound educational program and be registry eligible.
Licensure Requirement:
Must obtain ultrasound specific registration within 1 year from date of hire in either ARDMS ARRT or CCI. State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines.
Employment Type
Full-Time
