The Ultrasound Technologist III utilizes ultrasound equipment to provide diagnostic sonographic examinations to locate evaluate and record critical functional pathological and anatomical data. This role is responsible for providing services on-call for after-hours and emergency cases including nights weekends and holidays. Working under moderate supervision the Ultrasound Technologist ensures accuracy and quality of ultrasound examinations enabling physicians to make informed decisions about patient care and contribute to providing patients with an optimal overall health care experience.
Responsibilities
Performs high-quality routine and special ultrasound examinations following established protocols and procedures to minimize repeat examinations and assist in the accurate diagnosis and treatment of patients ensuring optimal patient care. Ensures the safety and comfort of patients during ultrasound procedures by explaining the process addressing concerns and positioning patients correctly to promote a positive patient experience. Operates and maintains ultrasound equipment troubleshoots technical issues and optimizes imaging parameters to produce high-quality images and ensure accurate interpretations by radiologists or physicians. Documents and records accurate patient information examination details and preliminary findings in Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) and resolves any errors related to the final product being sent to PACS to maintain proper patient records and ensure comprehensive documentation for effective communication and continuity of care. Collaborates and communicates effectively with the healthcare team including radiologists physicians nurses and other allied health professionals to ensure coordinated patient care and prompt sharing of critical findings. To be considered for a Tech 2 or Tech 3 promotion the team member should be fully proficient in all the normal and expected duties of their position. A team member should have shown an interest in further development either by asking for additional tasks/responsibilities volunteering or some other show of self-motivation. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION:
Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; Graduate of a Radiology Imaging or related educational program
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Minimum 4 years
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:
Required: BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider ARDMS Ultrasound Technologist ARRT RT(S) Ultrasound Technologist or CCI RVS RVT/RVS Registered Vascular Technologist required for sites without onsite Vascular Lab (APH ARMC & MedCenters) Where required all current Cone Health Sonographers will have 2-years to successfully complete RVT requirement. Any new candidate sonographer will have 16 months to successfully complete RVT requirement. Additional Information on required licensure/certification/registry/listings: OB/GYN and/or ABDOMEN and/or BREAST and/or VASCULAR and/or PEDS Preferred: RVT/RVS Registered Vascular Technologist preferred for sites with onsite Vascular Lab (MCH & WLH)
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