Ultrasound Technologist I: Irvine Breast Care and Imaging Center
About The Position
Under the direction of the technical supervisor and medical director, the Ultrasound Technologist I demonstrates competency and proficiency in all skills required to perform level I routine ultrasound procedures as defined by department protocols. All technologists utilize independent judgment and required knowledge to obtain high quality diagnostic ultrasound images. The technologist competently evaluates the technical quality of the images obtained and prior to submitting to interpreting radiologist. They educate the patient/family about the procedure and report all changes in patient’s status, including initiating emergency response if required. They accurately document patient information in the appropriate hospital systems. Hospital based positions may require call responsibility and rotation to hospital adjacent imaging center locations. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Demonstrates competency and proficiency in all skills required to perform level I routine ultrasound procedures as defined by department protocols.
- Utilizes independent judgment and required knowledge to obtain high quality diagnostic ultrasound images.
- Competently evaluates the technical quality of the images obtained and prior to submitting to interpreting radiologist.
- Educates the patient/family about the procedure.
- Reports all changes in patient’s status, including initiating emergency response if required.
- Accurately documents patient information in the appropriate hospital systems.
Nice To Haves
- Hospital based positions may require call responsibility and rotation to hospital adjacent imaging center locations.
Responsibilities
- Perform level I routine ultrasound procedures as defined by department protocols.
- Utilize independent judgment and required knowledge to obtain high quality diagnostic ultrasound images.
- Competently evaluate the technical quality of the images obtained and prior to submitting to interpreting radiologist.
- Educate the patient/family about the procedure.
- Report all changes in patient’s status, including initiating emergency response if required.
- Accurately document patient information in the appropriate hospital systems.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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