Uultrasound Technician

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic procedures applying prescribed methods of ultrasound technique.
• Produces diagnostic images using Doppler.
• Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field and other specifications of test.
• Maintains equipment according to manufacturer’s requirements and industry standards, at least once a month.
• Performs diagnostic sonographic examinations including echocardiograms utilizing ultrasonic equipment in various modes and techniques to locate, evaluate and record pertinent anatomical, pathological and functional data.
• Create Superbill in EMR for each Patient Procedure.

Educational and Professional Experience

• Licenses and Certifications:
  • Registered as a Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Vascular Technologist (RVT) by The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS or registered as a Technologist (RT)
  • Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or registered as a Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Registered Vascular Sonography (RVS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider.

Professional Competencies

• Knowledge of Ultrasound procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform Ultrasound testing including body mechanics and patient movement.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.
• Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
• Skill in following infection control and radiological safety procedures.
• Ability to notice detail in drawings and differences in shapes and shadings.
• Ability to read and write instructions, and comprehend short instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients and other employees.
• Ability to competently use Microsoft Office.

Work Environment

• The majority of work responsibilities are performed in an open office setting, carrying out detailed work sitting at a desk/table and working on the computer.
• Travel may be required.