Responsibilities:
Job Summary:
The Ultrasound Technologist I performs diagnostic sonographic examinations while developing proficiency and preparing for the applicable registry examination. They provide safe, compassionate, and efficient care, produces accurate, high-quality images or study data, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support diagnosis and treatment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Performs diagnostic sonography examinations and procedures in accordance with provider orders, established protocols, and applicable standards.
- Verifies patient identity, procedure, clinical history, and required preparation before beginning the examination.
- Explains procedures, answers questions within scope, and protects patient privacy, dignity, comfort, and safety.
- Positions patients and selects technical factors, protocols, and equipment settings appropriate to the examination and patient condition.
- Selects appropriate transducers and imaging techniques, obtains required measurements, and documents preliminary technical findings for provider interpretation.
- Evaluates images or study data for technical quality and completeness and obtains additional views or information when appropriate.
- Documents procedures accurately and completes image transfer, charging, and related electronic records in a timely manner.
- Operates equipment safely, performs required quality-control activities, and reports malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.
- Maintains infection-prevention practices and prepares rooms, equipment, medications, and supplies for patient care.
- Communicates significant observations and changes in patient condition promptly to the radiologist, provider, nurse, or other appropriate team member.
- Collaborates with radiologists, providers, nurses, and other team members to coordinate efficient care and support positive patient outcomes.
- Performs additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.
Essential Skills:
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and imaging principles applicable to the assigned specialty.
- Ability to operate imaging equipment and related clinical information systems accurately and safely.
- Strong patient-care, communication, teamwork, organization, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to adapt procedures to patient age, condition, mobility, and clinical needs.
Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
- Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
Licenses & Certifications:
- Must be eligible to sit for the applicable registry exam.
Requirements:
Degrees:
Associate degree
Licenses and Certifications:
Basic Life Support
Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.