ULTRASOUND TECH

Covenant Health•Crossville, TN

21d

About The Position

The Ultrasound Technologist performs physician-defined routine and specialized diagnostic imaging procedures and provides related support as needed. The role involves operating and monitoring scanning and image-recording equipment, obtaining and documenting clinical information and technical findings, supporting patient care and flow, and maintaining equipment, supplies, records, and imaging areas. The technologist is expected to deliver care appropriate to patients’ age-specific needs and to carry physician orders through completion.

Requirements

Must meet all ARDMS prerequisites to become a candidate for the ARDMS examination.
Must obtain ARDMS registration within 180 days from the date of hire.
CPR certification is required.
Education must be sufficient to meet the standards for the required license and/or certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain established radiation safety standards.
Obtain and document pertinent clinical information and technical findings for physician review, including order clarification and follow-through.
Perform routine diagnostic imaging procedures using appropriate equipment expertise and procedure protocols.
Assist with maintenance of equipment, supplies, and imaging areas.
Maintain confidential patient records, reports, and files.
Explain procedures to patients and families and/or provide written procedure documentation.
Perform required data entry, record maintenance, and statistical data tasks.
Respond appropriately and promptly to the needs of patients, physicians, and other customers.
Coordinate smooth patient transitions throughout the office and support efficient daily work distribution and patient flow.
Perform patient assessment, monitoring, and sterile technique as required.
Provide clerical and patient-transport assistance.
Participate in educational programs, review current literature, and attend in-service meetings and workshops to support professional development.
Demonstrate competent performance of critical skills and provide care appropriate to age-specific needs across the lifespan.
Operate scanning and image-recording equipment and perform related quality-control activities for the assigned work area.
Independently complete physician orders, including patient transport, clerical tasks, physician-defined scanning parameters, image acquisition and filming, and physician interpretation workflow.
Correct drug, procedure, and supply charges; maintain stock; and perform vendor ordering procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.