Ultrasound Technol-Registered
About The Position
This role involves preparing and positioning patients for ultrasonic examinations, as well as setting up, operating, and maintaining ultrasonic diagnostic equipment. The technologist will operate diagnostic equipment to examine various parts of the body, including the pelvis, abdomen, retroperitoneal area, heart, and head. They will also perform pregnancy evaluations, determine necessary patient positioning, and load/unload film. Additionally, the role includes providing technical guidance, maintaining records, participating in research, managing supplies, ensuring equipment is in working order, and providing a high level of patient care.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
- Graduated from an approved Ultrasound Program, required.
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification, required.
- BLS certification, required.
- Specialized in ultrasonic techniques and procedures, required.
- Ability to operate ultrasound equipment and obtain appropriate imaging of anatomical structures, etc.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
Responsibilities
- Operates ultrasonic diagnostic equipment to examine various parts of body such as pelvis, lower and upper abdomen (liver, gallbladder, pancreas, aorta, etc.), retroperitoneal area (kidneys, adrenals), heart, head, etc., pregnancy evaluation (fetal size, placenta, abnormalities, etc.).
- Prepares patients for ultrasonic examinations by determining necessary anatomical positioning of patients, in accordance with departmental policy.
- Sets up and operates various types of ultrasonic equipment.
- Adjusts and operates controls to obtain correct exposure, in accordance with departmental regulations.
- Loads and unloads film in cameras.
- Makes exposures for each film, using proper film and identification for each patient.
- Provides technical guidance and assistance to staff, students and medical staff rotating through area.
- Maintains records and statistics of ultrasound examinations.
- Participates in research projects.
- Maintains inventory and orders supplies, as required.
- Maintains equipment in proper working order, makes minor adjustments, and requests repair service, as required.
- Assures high level of care for patients visiting department.
- Performs related duties as required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
