Ultrasound Technologist Radiology St. Rita's Medical Center

The ultrasound technologist performs ultrasound procedures and related techniques producing images for the interpretation by and at the request of a licensed independent practitioner. May be required to learn to scan vascular exams i.e. venous duplex scans. Will perform direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. Under the direction of Radiology leadership the Ultrasound tech performs duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures in the use of ultrasound for the diagnosis of disease or pathology.

Essential Job Functions:

• Demonstrates knowledge of direct patient care by evaluating the patient verifying patient ID and related information to assure appropriate procedure is performed
• Explains procedure to patient; prepares patient for procedure by obtaining and recording patient history and consent form (if applicable)
• Ensures patient comfort privacy and safety during procedure; monitors condition of patient and medical equipment that may be disturbed due to the nature of exam and report changes to patient care services
• Documents sonographers impressions and relays findings to physician
• Obtains and records images necessary to demonstrate normal and pathological findings; documents all pertinent information e.g. lab values patient histories; demonstrates and maintains clinical competency particularly related to patients who are: newborn pediatric adolescent adult and geriatric as deemed necessary by designated facility
• Participates in performance improvement projects
• Assists department in achieving successful results in all federal and state and local agency audits.
• Participates in the education/instruction of students and the orientation of new staff. -high level disinfection probes per joint commission standards.
• Must use various ultrasound modalities dependent on the type of anatomy being examined.
• Must become proficient in recognizing cross-sectional anatomy and understanding of related technology.
• Demonstrates favorable guest relations and continues to promote values of the hospital in daily work performance.
• May also perform other related patient care duties

Education:

• Associates America Medical Association (AMA) allied health training program in Ultrasound (required)

Licensure/Certification:

• Credentialed in Ultrasound technology by one of the following: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Sonographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (preferred or must obtain within 2 years)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (preferred upon hire required prior to direct patient care)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) in Abdomen Breast Obstetrics/Gynecology (preferred)

Experience:

• 1 year experience as an Ultrasound Tech (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) (preferred)