Overview:
Performs Ultrasound studies for diagnosis and treatment requiring independent judgement and initiative.
Additional Essential Job Functions:
- Perform imaging exams in accordance with established policies, procedures, regulations, and laws, collaborating with physician to evaluate images and report abnormalities immediately
- Follow established protocols for all imaging equipment, performing all routine daily, weekly, monthly and periodic maintenance and functions checks
- Assist during exams, treatments and procedures, including chaperoning correlating findings with procedure being performed and ensuring Time-Out observed on appropriate procedures according to policy
- Demonstrate proficiency at inserting and maintaining IVs
- Collect laboratory samples and perform lab testing in accordance with CLIA regulations and established policies and procedures
- Demonstrate ability to perform laboratory Quality Controls and Assessments, and routine daily, weekly, monthly and periodic maintenance and function according to Laboratory Policy and Procedure
- Ensure proper supplies, appropriate medical equipment and medications are available for patient care and Par levels meet facility needs
- Participates in QAPI activities including participation in accreditation preparation and survey process, and maintenance of accreditation, state, and CMS standards
- Adheres to established facility/departmental policies and procedures
- Prepare patient meals as needed in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols
- Attends and participates in all applicable facility meetings,'training and development workshops
- Performs all other duties as assigned by Manager.
Qualifications:Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Successful completion of an Ultrasound training program. Extensive prior work experience as an ultrasound Technologist may be substituted for formal education.
Motor Vehicle Operator Designation:
Employee in this position:
Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose
Licensure/Certification/Registration::
Requires ultrasound registry by ARDMS or ARRT (Ultrasound) and Vascular registry by ARDMS, ARRT or CCI. Holds current BLS certification.
