Under direction of Manager, and under medical direction of Physician Section Head, performs diagnostic ultrasonographic procedures. Provides quality patient care for assigned patients throughout scanning process.
Essential Functions:
Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures as requested by referring physicians; selects proper transducer frequency & diameter for performance of exam; utilizes ancillary devices (oscilloscopes, cameras, VCRs) to obtain hard copy records of exams
Processes films using departmental automatic film processors; recognizes electronic equipment limitations; recognizes significance of all structures visualized sonographically
Determines artifacts as well as normal or abnormal anatomy; differentiates normal & pathological processes & extends scope of studies appropriate to comprehensive final study; remains able to deviate from normal techniques when necessary to provide wider latitude of visualization
Collaborates w/ referring physicians to plan or arrange most appropriate studies; participates in reading sessions w/ physicians & contributes technical & professional knowledge to final diagnostic impression or report
Provides technical & nursing aid for surgical biopsy & aspiration procedures; performs periodic calibrations & adjustments of ultrasound equipment
Receives patients, verifies patients' identity & explains & prepares patient for procedure
Provides for their privacy, mental & physical comfort & safety while in department; emphasizes personalized & individualized patient care atmosphere
Correlates patient's clinical history w/ test to be performed; consults w/ radiologist after reviewing data, determines appropriate ultrasound procedure
Remains knowledgeable & current regarding technological advances in field of diagnostic medical sonography; perpetuates self development & education; performs any related tasks which are in best interest for comfort, safety & well being of patient, public & fellow employees & which permit department to render high quality health care delivery; promotes & maintains productive & harmonious inter- and intra-departmental working relations
Basic Qualifications:
One year of post graduate experience
Post high school coursework & graduate from approved Radiology training program recognized by CAHEA
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) w/ the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
Current BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification
Demonstrated knowledge of & skill in oral communication, written communication, interpersonal relations, & customer service
Talking to co-workers, customers, outside vendors, & on the telephone
Reading, writing, speaking, & understanding English
Training/giving & receiving instructions
Mathematical ability, attention to detail (e.g. organization, prioritization, proofing), concentration, & alertness
Preferred Qualifications:
One year of clinical radiology experience
Associate's degree in related field
