Ultrasound Tech

Conifer Health Solutions•San Antonio, TX

21d

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs basic diagnostic ultrasound procedures requested by a licensed physician. The role exercises professional judgment while providing health care services to assist in the diagnosis or treatment of patients from newborn to elderly. The technologist may hold multiple credentials in sonography.

Requirements

Graduate of a school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Sonography.
Have active healthcare-provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from ARC or AHA upon hire; AHA Healthcare Provider BLS is required within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
2–5 years of experience in Diagnostic Sonography.

Responsibilities

Produce high-quality diagnostic sonographs by selecting and operating appropriate sonographic equipment.
Evaluate images for technical quality, ensure proper identification and procedure documentation, assist the practitioner with sonography, and use high-frequency sound waves to produce diagnostic images.
Use aseptic techniques as necessary and understand venipuncture and other sterile techniques in accordance with state statutes and institutional policy.
Prepare, identify, and/or administer contrast media as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
Assist with amniocentesis procedures and biopsies if required.
Communicate instructions and obtain patient history to achieve desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
Provide for patients’ physical safety and psychological needs during procedures.
Position patients to demonstrate areas of interest while respecting their abilities, comfort, and safety.
Participate in obtaining and sharing patient history to evaluate and facilitate diagnostic results.
Implement protective measures to prevent patient injury from thermal, electrical, mechanical, laser, chemical, and radiation sources.
Provide the interpreting physician with an oral or written summary of technical findings.
Provide practical instruction, evaluation, and precepting for students and/or other healthcare professionals.
Take responsibility for assigned areas and equipment quality control, and report equipment malfunctions.
Submit anecdotal, incident, contrast-agent variance, and accident reports in a timely manner.
Demonstrate knowledge of hazards involved in the use of sound waves and applicable precautionary measures.
Process and file films as needed using RIS and PACS.
Schedule and transport patients as needed.
Use resources efficiently and effectively.
Maintain a safe environment and address patient population-specific needs.
Participate in Performance Improvement activities.