Ultrasound Technologist-Per Diem-Day​/Eve

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 in services. 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Stocking and inventory Criteria A:
  Assists in keeping ultrasound area stocked with necessary items.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT

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.

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.

Norwalk Hospital Association

Ultrasound

$36.53 - $67.90 Hourly