Ultrasonographer Technologist - Radiology-Diagnostic, Varied Shifts, Per Diem

About the Role

Provides diagnostic imaging services according to accepted standards and protocols and assures patient safety during procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs all diagnostic procedures following policies and procedures established by the department.
• Adjusts patient care based on age-specific needs.
• Uses all equipment properly and in a manner that minimizes hazards of electric shock.
• Selects appropriate equipment for each individual ultrasound exam.
• Adjusts the equipment controls and selects the correct transducer according to the organ being examined.
• Explains procedures and responds to questions appropriately.
• Maintains a working knowledge of the PAC’s System and CD burning.
• Completes patient charges for each exam in a timely manner.
• Transports patients to and from the department.
• Maintains a clean and orderly environment.
• Able to note when order and inclination will not be correct.
• Uses computer to access reports and follows protocols for releasing of images.
• Assists with administrative responsibilities of the department, including scheduling appointments, answering the phone, and working with administrative support for invasive procedure scheduling.
• Performs all quality control procedures daily as assigned and maintains appropriate logs.
• Participates in annual surveys and inspections.
• Able to teach/aid students.
• Demonstrates competency in performing all ultrasound procedures and use of the equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of AS reporting system.
• Follows proper protocol for the Trophon Disinfection System.
• Assists with the ultrasound accreditation process.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• 0-1 year experience in Ultrasound in a hospital setting preferred.
• Registered/licensed with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), with RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Licensed by the Board of Medical Imaging/Radiation Therapy in the State of New Hampshire.