Ultrasonographer

West Tennessee Healthcare

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing all ultrasound procedures, interpreting scans for diagnostic qualities and maintaining the Ultrasound Unit. Under the direction of a qualified physician and the supervision of the Unit Coordinator of Ultrasound, responsible for performing ultrasound procedures and the operation of the unit on assigned shift as scheduled. The employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the hospital.

Requirements

Skills and proficiency in the technical field of medical sonography.
Acquired through an approved school for diagnostic ultrasound or an equivalent which is accepted by the ARDMS or ARRT and CPR certified.
Registered or registry eligible in Diagnostic Sonography by the ARDMS or ARRT and CPR certified.
Knowledge of hospital, department and Ultrasound Unit policies and procedures, equipment, record keeping and regulations.

Nice To Haves

May be required to be registered in Vascular or Breast Ultrasound by ARDMS/ARRT/OR CCI within 1 year of employment by WTH if needed according to ACR standards.

Responsibilities

Performs all ultrasound procedures.
Correlates patients clinical history and obtains pertinent diagnostic information.
Interprets scans for diagnostic quality.
Develops and maintains the skills required for new exam and equipment.
Prepares and instructs the patient for the procedure.
Reconcile, acquire and process images in the PACS settings.
Performs specialized ultrasound-guided biopsies.
Performs quality assurance checks as required.
Applies appropriate functions and applications within the Radiology Information System.
Maintains all records and daily log.
Contributes to a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department and maintains a «CAN DO» attitude.
Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.
Maintains accreditation of ultrasound department by the ACR.