Ultrasonographer/ Ultrasound Tech - Per diem

Duties

• Obtains essential information from patients
• Instructs patients about the proper physiological requirements for the procedure
• Helps patient transfer to exam table and ensures adequate patient immobilization to perform the scan
• Must know how to change scanning parameters to improve a scan
• Obtains diagnostic sonographic images by scanning the appropriate body part of the patient with the transducer
• Submits diagnostic ultrasound exam to physician for interpretation
• Assists in performing life-saving techniques (CPR, first aid) to the patient if necessary
• Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination
• Handles blood and body fluids and deals with infectious patients
• Performs patient care tasks as appropriate & assists with patient teaching
• Documents appropriate information with US records; as well as EMR documentation

Knowledge

• Knowledge of ultrasound exam policies, protocols

Skills

• Skill in production of sonograms meeting physician expectations
• Skill in obtaining information via computer

Abilities

• Ability to effectively care for patients and families across all points of the adult/adolescent continuum including physiological care, psychosocial care, education, safety and appropriate criteria
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with Interdepartmental personnel

Environmental/Working Conditions

• Work is performed in designated ultrasound room
• Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids

Physical Requirements

• Requires sitting for prolonged periods of time and some bending, stooping and stretching
• Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary for the operation of basic office equipment such as a computer, calculate, copier and telephone
• May be required to lift up to 25 lbs
• Requires the ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment

Position Requirements

• RDMMS registered or registry eligible; CPR
• Certificate maintained. OMBI State License
• Exercise independent judgement

Experience

• Minimum one or more years' experience and/or training with graduate sonographer