Ultrasound Technologist – Weekend Program

Ultrasound Technologist – Weekend Program

Apply for the Ultrasound Technologist – Weekend Program role at All About Ultrasound
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• Perform comprehensive array of sophisticated non‑invasive procedures, demonstrating appropriate anatomy of interest.
• Provide complete and accurate images for diagnostic purposes.
• Document patient history.
• Communicate “Wet Read” reports to physician offices.
• Record patient medical information.
• Explain the test procedures to the patient.
• Ensure a secure and safe patient and work environment by maintaining awareness of safety hazard labels.
• Comply with procedural standards in the care of our patient population.
• Assist with proper positioning of patients as necessary (protective measures).
• Cleans, prepares, and sanitizes all transducers according to manufacturer recommendations and established infection control standards.
• Apply sterile techniques and prevent cross‑contamination to patients and instruments.
• Maintain adequate supplies for the needs of the Ultrasound Department.
• Provide technical support for smooth and efficient operation of the Ultrasound Department.
• Provide encounter forms for completed procedures which are ready for billing.
• Communicate with other departments to successfully schedule various exams for the patient.
• Interact closely with the site Manager to ensure smooth daily operation of the department.
• Attend regularly scheduled department meetings and in‑services.
• Help answer telephones and schedule patients as needed.
• Stay abreast with the latest ultrasound developments.
• Obtain membership in local, state, or national societies.
• Attend continuing education seminars.
• Maintain professional accreditation.
• Participate in CQI projects.

• Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with Abdomen issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Med Sonography (ARDMS) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with OB/GYN issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Med Sonography (ARDMS) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Vascular Technologist (RVT) registration issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Vascular Sonography (VS) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Vascular Specialist (RVS) registration issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS‑AE) registration with Adult Echo issued by the ARDMS needs to be obtained within 18 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) registration issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) needs to be obtained within 18 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.

• Graduate of AMA approved School of Ultrasound. Must be able to recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of age group patients treated. Registered or Registry Eligible.

• Excellent skills in performing abdomen, some OB/GYN, some vascular and small parts ultrasound exams. Excellent knowledge of pathology in the named above.

• Requires good judgment, needs to be responsible, reliable, and work independently. Need to be flexible in working hours, and on‑call rotation. Needs to have good people skills and patient care skills.
• If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.
  
  Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.