ULTRASOUND TECH II

Responsibilities

• Performs procedures or examinations under the order of a licensed medical practitioner for diagnostic interpretation.
• Ensures the sonography examination order is complete and contains relevant information.
• Conducts patient clinical assessment.
• Obtains and documents pertinent clinical information and technical findings for review by physician for order clarification and follow-through.
• Identifies and documents any limitations to the sonography examination.
• Reviews examination images, synthesizes examination results, and prepares preliminary findings for physician prior to physician interpretation.
• Documents any incidental findings that might impact patient safety or patient care.
• Demonstrates competency in critical thinking skills, including demonstration of competency in addressing the age-specific needs of the patient population served.
• Follows established processes for supply charging, stock maintenance, and vendor ordering.
• Selects appropriate associated equipment/data manipulation to achieve desired results with factors influencing data acquisition.
• Positions patients for ultrasound imaging using immobilization and protective equipment to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Provides for psychological and physical needs of patients for ultrasound imaging procedures.
• Assists physicians with US procedures when needed.
• Follows the Joint Commission procedures regarding medication preparation/usage on patient for minimally invasive procedures.
• Follows policy regarding time out prior to minimally invasive procedures being performed.
• Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes.
• Provides patient instructions/education to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety during exams.
• Proficient in patient assessment and monitoring.
• Adheres to the facility policies and procedures, ACR regulations, the Joint Commission standards, and other regulatory compliance for ultrasound department/facility.
• Provides patient services consistent with the Scope of Practice and Clinical Standards for Diagnostic Sonographer.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures and assists patients, families, practitioners, and visitors, as needed.
• Proficient in required data entry, record maintenance, and statistical data.
• Maintains patient’s confidential records, reports, and files, following established HIPAA guidelines.
• Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority at the time license and/or certification was granted.
• Minimum Experience: Clinical training appropriate to the specified modality and registered in at least one (1) ultrasound modality.
• Licensure Requirement: Must have and maintain ARDMS, ARRT (S), ARRT (BS), ARRT (VS), or CCI licensure. State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines.