Ultrasound Technologist

LCMC Health•Metairie, LA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Provides clinical services according to Radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions: Performs the technical aspects of Diagnostic Ultrasound and produces images of internal organs displaying quality and proficiency. Observes and monitors patient's vital signs. Monitors medical equipment attached to the patient during the radiographic procedure. Reviews physician orders with the Radiologist to ensure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained as required. Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS. Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies and procedures to ensure the safety of the patient: Communicates effectively with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient while optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination. Explains procedure to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation. Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees: Checks and inspects the suite, equipment, and accessories daily for physical or mechanical hazards. Troubleshoots malfunctions, immediately. Checks stock supply levels and displays an effort in supply maintenance and utilization. Cleans and disinfects equipment. Maintains quality control checks in accordance with policy requirements: Maintains proper sterile technique for procedures and practices aseptic techniques. Adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation strictly. Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations: Consistently, accurately, and legibly records the required information on the requisition. Performs other routine clerical duties as assigned. Inputs and verifies all data is sent and verified in PACS/RIS.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or RDMS Credential or (including training from United States Armed Forces).
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider - American Heart Association
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Society of medical Sonography (SDMS), or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Registered

Responsibilities

Performs the technical aspects of Diagnostic Ultrasound and produces images of internal organs displaying quality and proficiency.
Observes and monitors patient's vital signs.
Monitors medical equipment attached to the patient during the radiographic procedure.
Reviews physician orders with the Radiologist to ensure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained as required.
Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS.
Communicates effectively with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient while optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination.
Explains procedure to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation.
Checks and inspects the suite, equipment, and accessories daily for physical or mechanical hazards.
Troubleshoots malfunctions, immediately.
Checks stock supply levels and displays an effort in supply maintenance and utilization.
Cleans and disinfects equipment.
Maintains proper sterile technique for procedures and practices aseptic techniques.
Adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation strictly.
Consistently, accurately, and legibly records the required information on the requisition.
Performs other routine clerical duties as assigned.
Inputs and verifies all data is sent and verified in PACS/RIS.