Ultrasound Technician

NORTHSHORE HEALTH CENTERS•Portage, IN

63d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technician operates diagnostic imaging equipment, and performs diagnostic imaging procedures to assist Providers in treating & diagnosis patients. The Radiology Technologist documents outcomes and presents imaging results to the Provider for interpretation.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have reliable transportation
Licensed Rad Tech in the State of Indiana
American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) certified
CPR Certification
Two years of experience working within a healthcare setting.
Associate’s degree in Radiography
Ability to analyze situations and solve problems at strategic and tactical levels
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies
Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors
Practiced at organization and planning
Employ Critical thinking and problem solving
Maintains composure and operates with emotional intelligence
Ethical reasoning and decision-making
Strong attention to detail
Receptive and responsive to feedback
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Time management, prioritization, and sense of urgency
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Radiography

Responsibilities

Explains procedures to the patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
Records any relevant medical history.
Moves ultrasound equipment to specific positions and adjusts controls to set exposure factors based on knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols.
Practices radiation protection techniques by using beam restrictive devices, and patient shielding skills.
Follows prescribed safety standards in operating all required equipment.
Selects length and intensity of radiation exposure by adjusting equipment on an individual basis.
Examines radiographic digital images for image quality.
Ensures equipment is in proper working order at all times.
Maintains x-ray rooms and work areas.
Orders and stocks all ultrasound supplies, cleans and maintains ultrasound equipment.
Performs all required quality assurance testing to comply with State requirements/regulations
Complies with all regulatory regulations, including NorthShore Health Centers Policies and Procedures, and Indiana State Department of Health regulations.
Complies with OSHA, universal precautions, and Exposure Control Plan.
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Processes routine paperwork.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
Prepares all required reports and data pursuant to State requirements.
Assists with departmental Quality Assurance reporting.
Attends in-services, meetings, and mandatory training as required.
Execute verbal and/or written specific assigned tasks requiring similar or lesser skills and abilities some of which are continuing while others are occasional in nature.
The position will include other duties as assigned and duties are subject to change at management's discretion.