Ultrasound Technologist Ardms-Ultra

Schedule: EverySaturday 7:30 AM-12:00PM

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all ultrasound procedures in strict accordance with currently approved practices as outlined in department policy and procedure manuals, complying with all applicable federal, state, local and other regulatory requirements.
• Assists radiologists with ultrasound-guided biopsies and procedures if needed.
• Communicates to the patient the nature of the procedure and answers questions clarifying the procedure for the patient.
• Assures patients rights and privacy are maintained.
• Responsible for proper documentation and maintenance of all required department records.
• Performs all quality control testing as required.
• Assists in the transporting of patients.
• Makes suggestions to improve work methods.
• Provides orientation and training to new sonographers as directed.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work therein.
• Produces high quality diagnostic images in a timely manner while providing excellent patient care.
• Treats patients and customers, including family members or care providers that may accompany the patient, with courtesy, professionalism and respect.
• Monitors patients' well-being during exam; recognizes patient discomfort or medical problems and takes appropriate action.
• Understands the methods used to generate ultrasound data and the theory and operation of the instruments that detect, display, and store the acoustic information generated in clinical examinations.
• Understands the potential bio-effects associated with ultrasound exposure.
• Checks patient history, and obtains appropriate signed waivers, if necessary.
• Consults with radiologist when necessary to determine appropriate scanning procedure.
• Completes all paperwork and exam reports associated with technical procedures.
• Responds to physician questions and needs regarding patient procedures.
• Checks referral for appropriate study based on patient history.
• Keeps ultrasound exam rooms and dressing booths clean and properly stocked with supplies.
• Assures room is ready prior to the patient entering the room (i.e. equipment is operable, all supplies are readily available, and has been appropriately cleaned and prepped).
• Handles delicate situations (fetal demise, cancerous pathology, etc.) in a supportive and empathetic manner ("good bedside manner"), while maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding exam outcomes or potential issues.
• Keeps patient schedule and accommodates add-on patients when requested.
• Communicates delays or changes in the schedule to the appropriate person(s).
• Exercises sound judgment regarding image quality; seeks guidance from radiologist if concerned about what scan reveals and obtains prior approval before doing additional scans/views in order to better diagnose the patient's possible pathology.
• Releases patient with proper follow-up information.
• Monitors patient library and print films and burns CDs as needed.
• Guides patients through a sometimes difficult process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and processes.
• Participates in projects and completes other tasks as assigned by management.

PLEASE NOTE: This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position described above. Other functions may be assigned and Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

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