Ultrasound Tech I
About The Position
As our Ultrasound Tech, you will perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations, providing essential imaging for accurate diagnoses and patient care. Every day you will perform diverse ultrasound procedures on various patient populations, using advanced equipment. You'll prepare patients, acquire/process optimal images, recognize/document pathology, and provide preliminary findings. Maintaining equipment, adhering to safety protocols, and collaborating with radiologists are key. To be successful, you will possess strong technical proficiency in ultrasound, a deep understanding of anatomy/physiology/pathology, and meticulous attention to detail. Excellent communication for patient/team interaction and a commitment to diagnostic accuracy/patient safety are essential. Assures that the rights of the patient/family are respected and maintained. Allows for privacy and modesty in the provision of care. Identifies self by name and title to patient/family. Determines presence/type of Advanced Directive. Reports suspected cases of abuse/neglect, if identified. Understands role of, and how to access, the Bioethics Committee.
Requirements
- Completion of a formal Ultrasound Training Program
- Less than 1 year clinical experience/training
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR
Nice To Haves
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations
- Provide essential imaging for accurate diagnoses and patient care
- Perform diverse ultrasound procedures on various patient populations, using advanced equipment
- Prepare patients
- Acquire/process optimal images
- Recognize/document pathology
- Provide preliminary findings
- Maintain equipment
- Adhere to safety protocols
- Collaborate with radiologists
- Assure that the rights of the patient/family are respected and maintained
- Allow for privacy and modesty in the provision of care
- Identify self by name and title to patient/family
- Determine presence/type of Advanced Directive
- Report suspected cases of abuse/neglect, if identified
- Understand role of, and how to access, the Bioethics Committee
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
