Lead Ultrasound Technologist

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Ultrasound duties:

• Utilizes Ultrasound Technology to provide images of internal body structures.
• A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience.
• This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs.
• A specialist level role requiring advanced knowledge of operational procedures and tools through extensive work experience and requiring vocational or technical education.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• Independently perform ultrasound procedures on patients as assigned according to policy and radiological standards.
• Verify patient and procedure to be performed.
• Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients.
• Cook up care, access, and support with other departments for the flow of patients through assigned area.
• Coordinate care, access, and support with other departments for the flow of patients through assigned area.
• Ensure staff are assigned to rooms and all areas are covered.
• Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient.
• Ensure patient and staff safety for equipment used.
• Participate in ongoing education and training.
• Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required.
• Communicate with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients.
• Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary.
• Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission.

Physical Requirements

Frequent standing, occasional sitting, walking, and lifting 30-35 lbs. Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate radiology equipment. Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform examinations, observe patients, read monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms. Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases.

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of radiologic equipment, examinations, and procedures.
• Knowledge of radiation safety protocols.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to organize and set priorities.
• Ability to work independently.
• Teaching skills.
• Leadership skills.