Description
Summary:
To perform ultrasound procedures on patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.
Responsibilities:
1. Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria A: Performs scan of the appropriate, indicated area to obtain sonographic information Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria B: Reviews and/or records pertinent patient history, supportive clinical data and any previous imaging studies Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria C: Demonstrates anatomy through proper positioning and techniques and is knowledgeable of anatomical landmarks. Performs the general duties of Ultrasound tech Criteria D: Presents sonographic findings and pertinent patient information to Radiologists for interpretation
2. Patient Care Criteria A: Technologist checks requests for ultrasound exam ordered and special instructions Patient Care Criteria B: Pleasantly greets, is courteous and cooperative to patients and their family members. Patient Care Criteria C: Explains procedures and ultrasound to the patient and gets consent forms signed, if needed. Patient Care Criteria D: Maintains patient confidentiality.
3. Patient records and paperwork. Criteria A: Records procedures complete. Patient records and paperwork. Criteria B: Checks for correct charges on requests. Patient records and paperwork. Criteria C: Properly annotates all images Patient records and paperwork. Criteria D: Checks that all the correct information is on the films.
4. Teaching/Education Criteria A: Keeps current on Ultrasound procedures and methodology with journals, seminars and video-taped learning programs. Teaching/Education Criteria B: Attends staff meetings and inservices. Teaching/Education Criteria C: Assists in orientation/training of Radiology Residents in ultrasound equipment and procedures Teaching/Education Criteria D: Maintains registry from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
5. Safety Criteria A: Uses universal precautions at all times. Safety Criteria B: Uses proper sterile technique when it applies. Safety Criteria C: Lifts patients in a safely manner. Safety Criteria D: Uses proper techniques when sterilizing equipment
6. Response to emergencies and assistance. Criteria A: Responds quickly and effectively in the event of a medical emergency or problems that arise. Response to emergencies and assistance. Criteria B: Has knowledge of emergency equipment and their locations. Response to emergencies and assistance. Criteria C: Able to recognize when a patient needs medical assistance.
7. Stocking and inventory Criteria A: Assists in keeping ultrasound area stocked with necessary items
8. Equipment functionality Criteria A: Performs visual inspection of equipment and reports any malfunctions Equipment functionality Criteria B: Assesses film quality and reports any deviations from normal quality
9. Performs other duties as assigned.
10. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Education Skills Experience:
HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT
Other Information:
Required: Graduation from an accredited ultrasound program.
Minimum Experience: zero to six months
Desired: ARDMS Registered or must become registered within 1 year of hire. Certification by the ARDMS plus 3 years experience in ultrasound preferred.
Working Conditions:
Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Norwalk Hospital Association
Org Unit: 409
Department: Ultrasound
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $36.53 - $67.90 Hourly