Ultrasound Technologist - TGH Imaging Carrollwood

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

96d

About The Position

This position produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One registry through the ARDMS (RDMS)
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a clinic or hospital setting
• Knowledge of ultrasound procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of customer service concepts and clinic policies including safety, privacy and HIPAA regulations
• Knowledge of quality care standards for ultrasound.
• Knowledge of operating computer and accessing applicable RIS/PACS programs.
• Skill in production of sonograms meeting physician expectations.
• Skill in using computer network system competently to process patient and department information.
• Skill in performing quality exams and exercising compassion with patients.
• Skill in completing job in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate clearly in person and over the phone to establish/maintain cooperative relationships with patients, families, physicians and other staff.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, co-workers, and management.

Responsibilities

• Explains process to patient, and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination.
• Verifies that the prescription matches the procedure that is going to be performed; make changes in the billing code/exam title as needed. Record all signs and symptoms for the exam.
• Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
• Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
• Keys exam data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of exam results.
• Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
• Operates equipment to produce images of internal organs and records diagnostic data in PAC system. This provides permanent record of examination.
• Make sure to present any prior studies along with current studies to radiologist for diagnostic assessment.
• Stock/Order supplies, make patient reminder calls, check ultrasound machine daily for any problems, and any other duties that may be assigned to you daily.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED