POSITION SUMMARY: Performs diagnostic ultrasound studies in accordance with American College of Radiology (ACR) guidelines.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
Education: Associates Degree in Ultrasound or equivalent training. Graduate of a Radiology Technology or Allied Health Sciences program.
Experience: Minimum two (2) years'' experience, experience in ultrasound, currently qualified and/or certified in ultrasound.
Skill and Abilities which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:
- Ability to communicate effectively with the patients, health center staff and the public.
- Ability to produce high quality ultrasounds.
- Ability to apply principals of sonography to select the appropriate transducer frequency.
- Ability to operate a computer.
- Good oral and written communication skills including preparation of reports.
- Able to perform 10 to 12 ultrasounds daily.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills in providing age-appropriate care.
- Manual dexterity to adjust machine controls and supportive devices.
License(s)/Certification(s) Required: Current (ARDMS) American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certification
Current CPR certificate
Transportation Requirement: Must possess a valid driver''s license and automobile, with insurance coverage as required by the State of Missouri.
FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
Essential Functions
- Performs all ultrasound procedures in accordance with established protocols and ACR standards. Explains procedures to patients and maintains ultrasound room with adequate and necessary supplies.
- Ensures equipment is disinfected according to the Infection Control policies and procedures.
- Ensures that Ultrasonic Transmission Gel is properly utilized to minimize the risk of infection to the patient.
- Performs 10 to 12 ultrasounds daily.
- Must be able to float to any of the Affinia Healthcare Centers at any given time for work assignments.
- Takes medical history and ensures appropriate patient communication.
- Positions patients properly for each exam and selects the appropriate transducer frequency for the production of high quality ultrasounds.
- Process and check all completed ultrasounds for high quality, checking for proper density, correct anatomy is marked with appropriate markers, patient name and examination date on each ultrasound.
- Maintains all required documentation associated with the ultrasound exam.
- Must be able to follow physician instructions to obtain optimal images for diagnosis.
- Utilize the (ALARA) "as low as reasonably achievable" principle to avoid excessive ultrasonic exposure.
- Operates the ultrasound computer system and enters the official interpretation into the patient''s medical record for provider review.
- Performs safety checks on ultrasound equipment and reports malfunctions to the appropriate persons.
- Assist in the care and maintenance of facilities, equipment and supplies to ensure OSHA guidelines are met.
- Ability to handle patients safely and in a proper manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Marginal Functions: None
Supervises: None
NOTE: SMOKING IS PROHIBITED IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT
NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST PROVIDE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THREE REFERENCES
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY SERVICES PROVIDED ON A NON-DISCRIMINATORY BASIS