Ultrasound Tech 1 - Radiology

Overview

Performs Ultrasound studies for diagnosis and treatment requiring independent judgement and initiative.

Additional Essential Job Functions:

• Perform imaging exams in accordance with established policies, procedures, regulations, and laws, collaborating with physician to evaluate images and report abnormalities immediately 
• Follow established protocols for all imaging equipment, performing all routine daily, weekly, monthly and periodic maintenance and functions checks
• Assist during exams, treatments and procedures, including chaperoning correlating findings with procedure being performed and ensuring Time-Out observed on appropriate procedures according to policy
• Demonstrate proficiency at inserting and maintaining IV's
• Collect laboratory samples and perform lab testing in accordance with CLIA regulations and established policies and procedures
• Demonstrate ability to perform laboratory Quality Controls and Assessments, and routine daily, weekly, monthly and periodic maintenance and function according to Laboratory Policy and Procedure
• Ensure proper supplies, appropriate medical equipment and medications are available for patient care and Par levels meet facility needs
• Participates in QAPI activities including participation in accreditation preparation and survey process, and maintenance of accreditation, state, and CMS standards
• Adheres to established facility/departmental policies and procedures
• Prepare patient meals as needed in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols
• Attends and participates in all applicable facility meetings,'training and development workshops
•  Performs all other duties as assigned by Manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• Successful completion of an Ultrasound training program.
• Extensive prior work experience as an ultrasound Technologist may be substituted for formal education. 
• Licensure/Certification/Registration:
• Requires ultrasound registry by ARDMS or ARRT (Ultrasound) AND
• Vascular registry by ARDMS, ARRT or CCI.
• Holds current BLS certification.

Employee in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose