What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Tech position at Cabell Huntington Hospital/St. Mary?
Cabell Huntington Hospital is seeking a casual, as needed Ultrasound Tech to work with our Diagnostic Imaging Department.
Under the direction of the Ultrasound Supervisor, is responsible for the day-to-day operation of all ultrasound activities at Cabell Huntington Hospital. Ultrasound Technologists ensure the quality of services rendered is acceptable. Confirms orders, documents, medical necessity, and pre-authorization on all ultrasound orders. Provides care to patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders. Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic procedures as directed.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Junior College/Technical School required, Bachelor's Degree required.
- American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Certification required
- American Registration of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification in Radiology and/or Sonography preferred.
- WV Medical Imagining License preferred.
- AHA BLA required.
- One year of position related experience preferred.. The kind of position-related experience includes:
- Good working knowledge of anatomy, pathology, medical terminology and application software. Ability to skillfully operate US scanner and related patient support equipment is required. Adherence to established procedure protocols.
- Working knowledge of all US examinations, exam preps and other information pertinent to placing orders and verifying appropriateness.