What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound/Vascular Technologist - Rotation position at Geisinger?
- Operates all ultrasound equipment and performs all types of ultrasound procedures.
- Follows established policies and procedures for scanning.
- Orders all supplies needed for ultrasound procedures.
- Keeps adequate linen supply available.
- Documents equipment malfunctions and calls service engineer when needed.
- Schedules patients for ultrasound procedures.
- Organizes daily schedule and gives appropriate instructions.
- Assists in performing quality control on equipment and quality assurance studies.
- Maintains standards and records for all quality control checks on equipment.
- Maintains quality assurance by using comparison studies between ultrasound and other modalities such as angiography or comparison with surgical results.
- Maintains all required records including quality control and quality assurance results and service records.
- Performs scans daily.
- Imaging exams and procedure tray set up require access and handling of non-controlled medications.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.