Ultrasound Technologist PT (31591)

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience as a Sonographer in a hospital or clinic setting.
• Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Sonographer preferred.
• Urology sonographer experience preferred.

Role And Responsibilities

• Explain ultrasound procedures to patients so they feel comfortable with the experience.
• Calibrate, maintain, and control all ultrasound equipment.
• Perform ultrasounds on 10-15 patients per day, on average.
• Take ultrasound still images and video for physician and patients for urological ordered tests.
• Notify Physicians of any abnormalities or concerns immediately.
• Chart ultrasound documentation and open interpretation notes for physicians when required.
• Maintain a clean work environment and restock the supply area as needed.
• Absorb and assist with other clinical office duties not related to ultrasounds if assigned by management staff.
• Absorb and assist with any other staff/team member as requested or needed by the physicians, nurses, etc.

Performance Requirements

• Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures.
• Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to medical practice.
• Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care.
• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; eye-hand coordination; handling and lifting patients; stoop; talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Constant contact with individuals from any backgrounds; minimum exposure to communicable diseases.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional stress from dealing with many staff and patients.

GENERAL SIGN-OFF

• The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies.