What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Technologist position at Titusville Area Hospital?
TEMPORARY POSITION - ANTICIPATED LEAVE COVERAGE - 12 WEEKS
Summary
The position is responsible for producing high quality diagnostic sonograms for screening and/or diagnosis for specified patient population.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for all diagnostic equipment operation and calibration processes.
- Responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process.
- Prepares and positions patient for procedures as appropriate.
- Reads orders and the suspected pathology to make sure the correct tests are performed.
- Operates all technical sonography equipment in order to produce high quality sonograms for the Radiologists’ interpretation.
- Maintains skills in the treatment and care for all patients and understand techniques for different ages.
Education/Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Satisfactory completion of formal Ultrasound training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for the registry by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
- Current certification required at time of hire
- Current BLS
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Required to maintain absolute confidentiality of patient care, patient accounts and hospital related matters.
- Required to abide by, and comply with, the provisions of the TAH Corporate Compliance Policy.
- Required to utilize positive Guest Relations principles in all interactions with patients, families, peers, and all members of the healthcare team.
- Required to establish and maintain the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a variety of socioeconomic, religious and culturally diverse populations of patients, clients, families and the general public in order to gain confidence and cooperation and to establish and maintain contact with facility staff and others.
- Required to abide by, and comply with, established Departmental and TAH policies, procedures and standards.
Work Environment
Work is primarily performed in a normal environment with little exposure to noise, dust or temperature changes. May be exposed to potential hazards such as electrical and radiant energy. May also be exposed to chemical wastes, body wastes, fluids and other possible infectious material.
Physical demands include: Constant sitting, walking, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling and keyboarding.
Pay: From $28.15 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
License/Certification:
- Ultrasound Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28