Ultrasound Tech PRN

Northeast Georgia Health System • Gainesville, GA

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About The Position

Under the direction of a Radiologist and Supervisor, the Ultrasound Tech performs ultrasound procedures at a technical level that does not require constant supervision of technical detail. The role involves a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply ultrasound for sonographic diagnosis. The employee assumes responsibility for designated procedural areas and provides care to patients ranging from newborns to elderly adults.

The position requires operating sonographic equipment, producing quality sonograms in accordance with department protocols, maintaining patient records, assessing patients and documenting care, and providing patient education. The employee may rotate among facilities and participate in call, open-shift coverage, and daily coverage. Other assigned duties may include stocking rooms, transporting patients, training new staff and students, special projects, and attending departmental meetings.

Requirements

• Must have passed the ARDMS Physics exam for registry.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited ARDMS program.
• Ability to perform quality sonographic procedures.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with others.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate all sonographic equipment according to equipment specifications.
• Produce quality sonograms consistently within ACR department protocols.
• Follow good radiation safety practices when applicable, including ALARA, in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Maintain patient records according to department standards.
• Rotate and provide services at all facilities; participate in monthly call, open-shift coverage, and daily coverage.
• Assess patients according to the exam ordered and document appropriately, including checking orders, reviewing previous images, checking lab values when indicated, preparing and screening patients, obtaining appropriate histories, involving the Imaging nurse when indicated, and following OB/GYN-specific guidelines.
• Provide patient education pertinent to the exam and document it in the patient EMR.
• Accurately and completely use RIS according to department standards, including order, arrival, start, completion, cancellation, complications, and drug-history entries.
• Perform other assigned duties, which may include stocking rooms, transporting patients, training new staff and students, special projects, and attending departmental meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED