Ultrasound Technologist / PRN

Emory•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Overview Where you matter as much as the work you do Join Emory Healthcare (EHC) if you’re looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more! EHC is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals. Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible. Description Produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs and or vasculature using ultrasound equipment to assist physicians in the diagnosis of diseases and in the study of malfunctioning organs. Prepares equipment and patients for procedures and conducts procedures with proper sterile technique. Provides quality care to patients having US scans and invasive procedures. Explains procedures to patients/families to reduce their anxiety and to obtain patient cooperation. Discusses test results with a supervisor or attending physician. Responsible for completing all aspects of patient care documentation as required in imaging services. Completes procedures in Radiology Information System to ensure billing of exams/procedure. Prepares billing sheet and is responsible for bar-coding charges into inventory management system. Provides instruction to students and other medical professionals. Communicates and explains various procedures to the patient/family. Adheres to all safety requirements for ultrasound and radiation. Processes all required paper work, has knowledge of supplies, and stocks rooms. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Must be a student in good standing within 60 days of graduation from an accredited school of Ultrasound and at a minimum be registry-eligible with American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) in Sonography.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

Produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs and or vasculature using ultrasound equipment to assist physicians in the diagnosis of diseases and in the study of malfunctioning organs.
Prepares equipment and patients for procedures and conducts procedures with proper sterile technique.
Provides quality care to patients having US scans and invasive procedures.
Explains procedures to patients/families to reduce their anxiety and to obtain patient cooperation.
Discusses test results with a supervisor or attending physician.
Responsible for completing all aspects of patient care documentation as required in imaging services.
Completes procedures in Radiology Information System to ensure billing of exams/procedure.
Prepares billing sheet and is responsible for bar-coding charges into inventory management system.
Provides instruction to students and other medical professionals.
Communicates and explains various procedures to the patient/family.
Adheres to all safety requirements for ultrasound and radiation.
Processes all required paper work, has knowledge of supplies, and stocks rooms.
Performs other related duties as required.