Job Description
JOB TITLE: Ultrasonographer and assistant patient care coordinator
Responsibilities: perform ultrasound patient examinations based on approved ultrasound protocols and procedures and, when not engaged with patients, assists under guidance of nurse manager and physician to perform administrative duties *.
DUTIES: Gathers all patient radiology files and reports, schedules and utilizes Athena Capture app to place images into the EMR
Restock supplies at the end of the shift when necessary
Cleans room at end of each encounter and sterilizes equipment
REQUIREMENTS:
Able to adhere to the code of ethics and conduct of the Gianna Center. Completes a minimum of two peer reviews on an annual basis according to managers request and study required for review
OSHA and HIPPA training required
PREFERRED EXEPERIENCE:
Ultrasound Experience required
Graduate of an approved Radiology Technology program and/or ultrasound program
ARDMS registry required
Certification in abdomen and ob/gyn required within a year of hire dates
Knowledge of computer basics a must
Training in Athena EMR
REQUIRED PERSONALITY TRAITS
Empathetic attitude essential
Passion for the proper care of patients
Demonstrates competency in the use of telephone system
Manage patient accounts in a confidential manner
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Frequent use of fingers and hand in operating equipment and for paper work
Must be able to do frequent bends , stoops and crouches
Must be able to reach shoulder level
Must be able to hear and see as it relates to normal hearing and vision
* These include but are not limited to answering calls, greet and check in patients, communicate with patient about their status and condition using Athena EMR, schedule appointment and maintain calendars, assist with insurance pre authorization process, manage patient accounts, other administrative as deemed necessary for work.