Ultrasonographer 2
Ultrasonographer 2
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Job Description
The Ultrasound Tech 2 performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment to locate evaluate and record critical physiological pathological and anatomical data. Produces ultrasound images to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems. The ultrasound technologist monitors and ensures safety of patient and staff. Performs patient screening by using established protocols. Utilizes departmental policy to perform safe operation of equipment and in all functions of the job. Provides complete pre and post education to patients and family. Able to evaluate competency level of others as preceptor. Reports to Supervisor or Manager. This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e g. emergencies changes in personnel workload rush jobs or technological development).
Responsibilities
Job Standards and Performance Expectations
- Clinical skills
- Exhibits working knowledge of all Ultrasound equipment and procedures.
- Refers to physicians orders/chart for any special instructions that may be indicated.
- Routinely questions the patient before procedure to obtain patient history.
- Explains procedure completely to facilitate cooperation and alleviate anxiety.
- Performs all procedures in an efficient and timely manner without compromising quality or the mission statement.
- Coordinates Ultrasound schedule with other areas to prevent patient waiting.
- Patient/General Safety
- Corrects and reports accidents incidents and safety hazards.
- Uses PPE (personal protective equipment) when appropriate.
- Is aware of potential chemical hazards and how to access MSDS information.
- Uses good body mechanics when moving patients.
- Adheres to infection control practices.
- Equipment Maintenance
- Routinely cleans equipment and probes and reports problems to service.
- Has service performed monthly PMs on equipment.
- Documentation/Communication
- Complete Exam Data Entry fields on all exams.
- Documents all pertinent information i.e. patient history tech initials.
- other duties as assigned
- Is available to work a rotating oncall schedule to ensure 24hour coverage of the Ultrasound Department
- Assist in other areas of the department as workload permits.
- Keeps areas well stocked at all times.
- Consistently performs 12 organizational Service Standards focused on Values Service and Quality.
Qualifications
Education: Graduate from an accredited school of sonography or completion of an ultrasound program.
Licensure: American Registry of Diagnostic Sonography Registry Active and unrestricted A.R.D.M.S certification OR CCIRCS 1 Specialty Registries Basic Life Support BLS HCP
Employment Type
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