ULTRASOUND TECH - REHOBOTH
About The Position
Performs diagnostic medical sonograms in accordance with established professional and departmental standards and procedures. The role reviews consultation requests and special instructions, consults with the Radiologist as necessary, performs routine diagnostic ultrasound procedures according to protocols, evaluates scans for technical quality, and ensures exam documentation and departmental processes are completed. The technologist explains procedures to patients, demonstrates anatomy through proper positioning, and supports access to care by accommodating add-on exams when possible.
Requirements
- One year of previous experience in a hospital setting.
- Ability to lift patients weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding patients and team members.
- Ability to withstand crisis situations.
- Customer service skills for interacting with patients, team members, and visitors.
- Knowledge and experience with electronic health records.
- ARDMS-RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) credential.
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
- Associate degree in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Review consultation requests and special instructions from requesting physicians, consulting with the Radiologist as necessary.
- Complete departmental processes for exam results and documentation.
- Greet patients, confirm their identification, and explain the examination procedure to them and any accompanying family members.
- Maintain a working knowledge of equipment in the Ultrasound department.
- Perform routine diagnostic and ultrasound procedures according to established protocols.
- Maintain Joint Commission standards and ACR accreditation.
- Scan patient-related forms and information into PACS.
- Follow the department Code of Conduct.
- Ensure exam prerequisites are completed before appointments.
- Store and order supplies for the Ultrasound area, and monitor and report shortages and special-order items.
- Perform visual preventive safety inspections and daily quality assurance tests on ultrasound scan equipment.
- Identify problems and communicate them to the immediate supervisor.
- Evaluate scans for technical quality and demonstrate the anatomy under investigation through proper positioning.
- Support access to care by adding on exams when possible or finding an alternative when not possible.
- Verify correct order entry and supply charging.
- Recognize emergency situations, initiate code procedures, and administer first aid or CPR as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
