Ultrasound Technologist Afternoons PT

Trane Technologies•Detroit, MI

About The Position

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations using appropriate imaging equipment. The role involves verifying patient identity and exam appropriateness, obtaining and reviewing medical history, explaining procedures, setting up equipment, acquiring and reviewing images, documenting protocol exceptions, and communicating findings or data to radiologists. The technologist responds to medical emergencies as appropriate, provides physician-prescribed post-care instructions, participates in radiology practice improvement activities, and provides imaging education to residents.

Requirements

Registration by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Sonography (S).
Have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by the end of the orientation period.
Register in the specialty within 12 months of employment in the area of discipline.
Analytical and clinical skills to determine age-appropriate ultrasound methods based on patients’ physical abilities and limitations.
Interpersonal and communication skills to assist and instruct patients under physical or emotional stress; comprehend and follow physicians’ verbal and written requests and prescriptions; and work effectively in a culturally diverse environment with hospital personnel and patients.
Technical knowledge to operate equipment, including specialized equipment and computers.
Ability to work productively and effectively in a complex environment and handle multiple or changing priorities.
Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology accreditation requirements.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients; physical ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach, and lift to provide patient care.
Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate imaging equipment and use supplies to produce diagnostically acceptable images.

Responsibilities

Verify patient identity and review the medical record to confirm the appropriateness of the exam or procedure.
Interview patients to obtain, verify, or update medical history and assess risk factors, including medications, pregnancy, and psychological indicators.
Explain procedures to patients, including pharmaceutical side effects, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up.
Set up equipment and acquire appropriate images according to the script.
Review images, make initial observations, document exceptions from established protocols, and communicate data to the radiologist.
Recognize and respond to medical emergencies as appropriate.
Provide physician-prescribed post-care instructions to patients.
Participate in radiology process-improvement activities, including quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis, and patient satisfaction.
Provide imaging education to residents.