What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Technologist - MFM - PRN position at medstar-stg?
MedStar Health is looking for a PRN Ultrasound Technologist to join our team at the MedStar Fetal Assessment Center!
The Ultrasound Technologist will make an impact by performing diagnostic ultrasound examinations for subsequent evaluation and treatment.
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Primary Duties:
Assists physician in such procedures as needle biopsies, amniocentesis, and renal biopsies. Scans patient, marks patient's body, determines angle for puncture, assists as necessary, and maintains sterile technique.
Generates computer images or film through automatic processing and evaluates quality.
Communicates and documents patient's clinical information clearly and accurately in verbal and computerized report format. Maintains records of examination data and other pertinent information on patients.
Secures and returns supplies such as film, linens, medicine, and patient folders.
Selects and operates equipment as directed. Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED.
2 years diagnostic or ultrasound experience or graduation from an accredited Ultrasound program (registry eligible) with certification in Diagnostic Sonography by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) within 1 Year.
Basic Life Support (BLS).
Certification in Diagnostic Sonography by ARDMS within 1 Year preferred.