Ultrasound Tech- 726005

• Corroborates patient's clinical history, assuring information is documented and available for the radiologist.
• Prepares patient for procedure, instructs patient for examination, relieves patient's anxiety. Verifies informed consent.
• Complies with departmental scheduling guidelines. Is prepared to start shift on time. Takes rotating shifts and call.
• Performs skills according to accepted standards as listed within the orientation skills checklist.
• Determines proper transducer for examination follows established protocols, records data as necessary. Transports patients as necessary.
• Performs office procedures accurately in absence of clerical personnel. Prepares reports for data processing.
• Written documentation is accurate, concise, and legible.
• Always wears film badge above the collar. Turns in film badge monthly for evaluation and follows up on results.
• Provides instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety. Provides psychological needs of patient during procedure.

Education

Required:

High School

Licenses & Certifications

Required:

L-General Sonography DMS

C-ARRT - RT S ARRT

Preferred:

C-CPI

C-BLS