Job Description
Title : Ultrasound Technologist
Location : Republic. WA
Job Type : Full time Permanent
Shift : Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm
Salary : $79,040.00 - $124,800.00 / Yearly. (Based on years of experience) + Full time Benefits
Job Summary:
- Performs two dimensional (2-D) ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for the diagnosis of disease and study of the malfunction of organs.
Job responsibilities (Not Limited):
- Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations.
- Perform invasive ultrasound procedures, doppler vascular examinations, deep abdominal studies and color-flow ultrasound as required.
- Selects appropriate equipment for use in ultrasound setup, following exam specifications.
- Explains the test to the patient. Instructs and assists the patient in assuming the physical position for examination.
- Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
- Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
- Selects a transducer and adjusts the equipment controls according to the organ to be examined, the depth of field and other specifications of test.
- Enters test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of the body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on PACS.
- Obtains permanent record of internal examination by photographing images of organs shown on the display module or removing the strip printout.
- Evaluates technical quality of films to obtain representative images of pathogenic conditions; processes film in accordance with standard procedures or techniques.
- Discusses test results with supervisor or attending physician when needed.
- Performs all quality control checks, as prescribed.
- Maintains accurate QC logs, service records, etc.
- Maintains records of ultrasound images taken, archiving and de-archiving data as required; calculates, compiles and records data from numerical readings on patient's medical record and related documents.
- Understands and practices proper use of all equipment; never operates equipment inconsistent with manufacturer's instruction.
- Calibrates, cleans and performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning; cleans and sterilizes instruments, supplies and equipment; stocks and replenish supplies as needed
- Documentation meets current standards and hospital policy
- Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population.
- Perform related duties as assigned by management.
Job Qualifications:
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography is desirable.
- Successful completion of an approved one (1) year program in ultrasound technology.
- Must be eligible for registry by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
- Certification in area of specialty.
- Current BLS certification.
- Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty as appropriate