What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Technologist position at ScionHealth?
Description
Kindred Hospital Tarrant County Southwest is a long-term acute care (LTAC) hospital specializing in the treatment of patients recovering from post-intensive care and medically complex conditions. Our hospital provides both intensive care and telemetry-level services, offering advanced monitoring and support for patients requiring extended medical care. With a multidisciplinary team dedicated to personalized treatment plans, we focus on helping patients achieve significant recovery and transition to the next level of care.
Job Summary
Produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recording of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs by performing the following duties.
Essential Functions
- Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures of specified body areas by properly positioning patients and locating/scanning areas for interpretation as directed by the physician or radiologist.
- Explains procedures to patients and/or family members ensuring cooperation and optimum test results and to reduce anxiety.
- Develops film using automatic film processing equipment and assembles all necessary patient information (i.e., history and past films/records). Delivers to Radiologist/Physician for interpretation/review following established procedures.
- Prepares or cleans patient rooms by changing linens, stocking supplies, wiping off tables and cleaning equipment, ensuring an efficient and clean working environment.
- Assist physicians with such procedures as needle biopsies, renal biopsies, etc. by scanning patient, marking patient’s body, and determining angle of puncture as requested.
- Schedules patients as needed and ensures patients receive adequate service.
- Maintains patient information by purging or updating patient film jackets and/or filing reports or film files to ensure accurate patient records.
- Maintains ultrasound equipment by performing scheduled cleanings/tests and documents results. Contacts service personnel and notifies supervision of malfunctioning equipment.
- Performs other related duties as directed to support the achievement of established goals and objectives.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Approximate percent of time required to travel:
- Must read, write and speak fluent English.
- Interpersonal communication skills in order to effectively instruct patients and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers.
- Must have good and regular attendance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) graduate of an accredited Ultrasound or Radiologic Technology program (required)
- Associate’s Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Radiologic Technology (preferred)
Licenses / Certifications
- (S) ARDMS or ARRT – Sonography or equivalent credential (RDMS or CCI) Upon Hire or within facility-specified timeframe (required)
Experience
- 1+ years clinical experience in diagnostic ultrasound imaging (preferred)
- Prior experience in a hospital or acute care setting (preferred)