Position Summary: Performs optimum, safe diagnostic and screening breast ultrasound exams accurately and proficiently, following departmetnal protocol. Responsible for Breast Ultrasound QA program and ensuring compliance to ACR Breast Ultrasound Accreditation. 1. Coordinate, review and prepare for daily ultrasound schedule. 2. Notify patients of benign results as instructed by radiologist. 3. Perform follow up calls to biopsy patients as needed and provide documentation on procedural progress note. 4. Assist with patient workflow for diagnostic evaluations. Mammography Certification and experience in addition to Breast Sonography is preferred. Position Qualification: Breast Ultrasound ARRT or ARDMS Required: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers ARRT Mammography : American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and Mammography Certification preferred in addition to Ultrasound Certification BLS : Basic Life Support 1-2 years Breast Ultrasound experience preferred Has detailed knowledge of three dimensional spatial and cross-sectional anatomy and of common physiological and pathological processes.
Located in Knoxville, Tennessee, The University of Tennessee Medical Center, has a rich history in the East Tennessee community of providing patient-centered care and remaining at the forefront of research, technology and treatments. UT Medical Center attributes its well-respected standing within the community to the exceptional people that dedicate themselves to patient care excellence. The hospital serves as a referral center for Eastern Tennessee, Southeastern Kentucky and Western North Carolina. It is the region’s academic medical center, Magnet® recognized hospital and Level I Trauma Center.