ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TECHNICAL

• Utilizes proper patient identification procedures prior to ultrasound examination, verifies physician orders, documents in medical record when appropriate, and performs procedures correctly per departmental policy and vendor guidelines.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the ultrasound equipment.
• Obtains and documents patient's history, documents lab work results, obtains patient's Imaging Services film jacket and physician orders.
• Delivers individualized patient care consistent with established standards of care, policies and procedures, and other regulatory standards.
• Explains procedure to patient and identifies patient’s significant other's need for patient education; provides education or identifies appropriate resources to the patient.
• Performs sonographic studies as required, records results on film or as appropriate, demonstrates anatomy and pathology to Radiologist during real time examination.
• Remains knowledgeable of all current departmental policies and procedures and protocols.
• Performs routine maintenance duties in the Cardiovascular Department.
• Observes equipment for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to Supervisor.
• Updates patient's film history and charges patient's account through hospital computer system accurately and in a timely manner.
• Completes department specific competencies per DOH requirements and hospital policy, including CME requirements.
• Monitors patient flow and adapts schedule according to shifting priorities
• Participates in "on-call" duties with other Cardiovascular Technologists. Per Technologist qualifications, may participate in “on-call” duties in general Ultrasound.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment in the department utilizing established infection control techniques which promotes quality patient care.
• Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age specific needs and provide age specific treatment and care.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Performs other duties as required.