Overview
Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices. Provides patient services utilizing ultrasound equipment. Demonstrates knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology. Provides patient care to all age groups to include neonatal, pediatrics, adult, and geriatrics. Communicates effectively with staff and radiologists.
Responsibilities
- Operate ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices.
- Provide patient services utilizing ultrasound equipment.
- Demonstrate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology.
- Provide patient care to all age groups to include neonatal, pediatrics, adult, and geriatrics.
- Communicate effectively with staff and radiologists.
Education
- Graduate of an approved CAAHEP Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or an approved Sonography Program by the ARRT. Required
Work Experience
- No experience required
- 1 year of experience (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire. Required
- ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Must become registered by ARDMS within 6 months of employment (within 180 days). Required
- Vascular Sonographers must become registered and/or RVT, RVS, RT(S), RT(VS) within 6 months of employment (within 180 days). Required
- ARDMS or ARRT - Breast Sonography (BS). Licensure requirement for Breast Ultrasound can be met with registration through ARRT (BS). Required
- RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist. Preferred
- RVS - Registered Vascular Sonographer. Preferred