Ultrasound Technologists perform sonographic examinations ordered by referring physicians, in order to provide excellent service and patient care. This includes creating a tranquil environment, so patients will be able to adhere to examination instructions.

Essential Functions:

• Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assure proper file identification on all images.

• Demonstrate competency performing all diagnostic ultrasound procedures and the operation of all related equipment.
• Greet patients, obtain history, and enters information in computer system
• Scan according to guidelines and company protocols
• Maintain logs; process paperwork for biopsies
• Acquire patients’ chart data/requisition and reviews both to determine correct room set-up and learn of specific medical problems, contraindications to the study and verify that the study being ordered correlates to the diagnostic need.

• Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination
• Responsible for all clinical aspects of ultrasonography suite; maintain cleanliness of examination rooms
• Scrub future patient schedules to ensure orders are correct, proper exam is scheduled and prior images are obtained prior to patient’s arrival
• Maintain CPR certification
• Provide coverage as needed (i.e. in the event of call-outs or extended patient schedules)

• Provide a positive patient experience; share information with patients, providing knowledge about the procedure; ensuring they are aware of follow-up steps and requirements
• Maintain communication with radiologists and other physicians, patients and their families, and other persons.
• Consistently submit images of diagnostic quality without recommendation of additional image acquisition; perform quality assurance on images and equipment; demonstrate competency in utilizing systems
• Seek continuing education as necessary, in accordance with licensure requirements. Maintain licensure in good standing.
• Assist with supply inventory and stocking of rooms

• Assist with keeping dressing rooms are clean and tidy
• Assist with laundry as needed
• Other duties as assigned by management 

Required Experience and Personal Characteristics

• Strong work ethic in order to accomplish assigned tasks
• Possess a high energy level and be results oriented; ability to work independently
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable and good communicator

• Accepts accountability for results, timeliness and completeness

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited course in ultrasonic technology
• ARDMS Certification (American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography)

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Ultrasound Technologist
• Must be proficient in OB/GYN, Vascular and general ultrasound. Breast Imaging experience preferred
• BLS Certification