Ultrasound Tech

Responsibilities

1. Must provide Sonographic examination of all body parts for diagnostic interpretation. Must exercise professional judgement in performance of procedures applying principles of radiation protection.
2. Performs diagnostic medical sonography within department and other areas.
3. Maintains patient records and files.
4. Assumes responsibility for departmental quality assurance program.
5. Pursues continuing education.
6. Transfers patient to and from imaging.
7. In absence of supervisor, can assume responsibility of department.
8. Rotates shifts as required.
9. Performs ancillary duties as requested by supervisor.
10. Follows policies and procedures as set up by SEARHC Administration.
11. Assists in general hygiene of department and self.
12. Should be able to work well in situations of stress.
13. Must be willing to learn other imaging modalities as Manager sees fit.
14. Must be able to perform duties in two fields of ultrasound (General and vascular, or Cardiac)
15. Able and willing to perform other duties as assigned.

Ultrasound Responsibilities

1. Perform all requested exams for diagnostic interpretation by a radiologist.
2. Continue to seek a higher level of education with RDMS certification (Abd, OB/GYN, RVT, RDCS).
3. Pursue continuing education to fulfill radiology and/or RDMS requirements.
4. Responsible for care of transducers.
5. Responsible for neatness of work area.
6. Responsible for paperwork that accompanies procedure.
7. Assistance with ultrasound invasive procedures.
8. Participate in the preparation of policy and procedure in this area.
9. Consult with referring physicians.
10. Care of Trophon station.
11. Assists with all efforts to obtain accreditations.
12. Actively pursues education in a changing field.

Secondary Functions

Attends department/organizational meetings, in-services, and disaster drills.

Qualifications

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

Current or obtain registry within one year, ARDMS in one category (Abd or OB/GYN).

Experience Required

Able to perform all diagnostic exams as related to assigned modality.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Technologist Level Assignment

• Tech I ARDMS in one modality (ABD, OB/GYN, RVT, RDCS)
• Tech II ARDMS certified in two modalities/ARDMS categories (ABD, OB/GYN, RVT, RDCS)
• Tech III ARDMS categories in three modalities (ABD, OB/GYN, RVT, RDCS)
• Tech IV ARDMS categories (ABD, OB/GYN, RVT, RDCS)

Computer Skills

• EHR
• RIS

Other Qualifications

BLS Certification

Travel Required

Travel may be required to provide services to various SEARHC sites.