Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physicians.
Requirements
Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
Responsibilities
Performs ultrasound examinations per scanning protocols, correcting patient history with examination and presents study to physician for examination while adhering to patient schedules.
Assists physicians with procedures, providing sonographic guidance during process, obtains necessary supplies and equipment and monitors patient needs assisting physicians with patient support.
Teaches ultrasound procedures and techniques to visitors in the department such as residents, students, fellows and new sonographers.
Enhances own professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and conferences.
Maintains documentation as required including patient files, performs data entry and completes paperwork needed for procedures/processes.
Develops film through automatic processing, monitoring darkroom supplies and equipment.
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Performs phlebotomy and injections when required.
Assists with maintaining supplies and equipment.
Assists clerical staff with front desk support when needed.