Ultrasound Tech I

Covenant Health • Knoxville, TN

49d • Onsite

About The Position

Fort Sanders Perinatal Center, part of Covenant Health, specializes in caring for women with high-risk pregnancies. For more than 25 years, the center has provided expert guidance and advanced services for complex conditions such as multiples, maternal age, diabetes, hypertension, and infertility-related pregnancies. With locations in Knoxville, Morristown, and Sevierville, the team is dedicated to helping families make informed decisions and ensuring the safest possible outcomes for mothers and babies.

Requirements

• Must have successfully completed an accredited ultrasound educational program and be registry eligible.
• Must obtain ultrasound specific registration within one (1) year from date of hire in either ARDMS, ARRT, or CCI.
• State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Performs procedures or examinations under the order of a licensed medical practitioner for diagnostic interpretation.
• Ensures the sonography examination order is complete and contains relevant information.
• Conducts patient clinical assessment.
• Obtains and documents pertinent clinical information and technical findings for review by physician for order clarification and follow-through.
• Identifies and documents any limitations to the sonography examination.
• Reviews examination images, synthesizes examination results, and prepares preliminary findings for physician prior to physician interpretation.
• Documents any incidental findings that might impact patient safety or patient care.
• Demonstrates competency in critical thinking skills, including demonstration of competency in addressing the age-specific needs of the patient population served.
• Follows established processes for supply charging, stock maintenance, and vendor ordering.
• Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of an ACR accredited Ultrasound Department and related equipment to produce high quality ultrasound images.
• Selects appropriate associated equipment/data manipulation to achieve desired results with factors influencing data acquisition.
• Technically proficient in the operation and quality control aspects of scanning and image recording equipment specific to the assigned work area.
• Identifies and screens patient and obtains patient history and completes and verifies accurate consents, informed consents, and/or permits as needed.
• Performs quality imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocols.
• Assists physicians with US procedures when needed.
• Follows the Joint Commission procedures regarding medication preparation/usage on patient for minimally invasive procedures.
• Follows policy regarding time out prior to minimally invasive procedures being performed.
• Practices aseptic techniques and uses universal precautions.
• Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes.
• Provides patient instructions/education to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety during exams.
• Positions patient for ultrasound imaging using immobilization and protective equipment to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest, respecting the patient’s ability, safety, and comfort.
• Provides for psychological and physical needs of patients for ultrasound imaging procedures.
• Proficient in patient assessment and monitoring.
• Adheres to the facility policies and procedures, ACR regulations, the Joint Commission standards, and other regulatory compliance for ultrasound department/facility.
• Provides patient services consistent with the Scope of Practice and Clinical Standards for Diagnostic Sonographer.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures and assists patients, families, practitioners, and visitors, as needed.
• Proficient in required data entry, record maintenance, and statistical data and in the operation and quality control aspects of scanning and image recording equipment specific to the assigned work area.
• Maintains patient’s confidential records, reports, and files, following established HIPAA guidelines.
• Stays current in Basic Life Support (BLS) and performs BLS as needed.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Completes required education assignments annually.
• Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed