Ultrasound Technologist - OB/GYN

SUMMARY:Under supervision of the physician or
healthcare provider, the Ultrasound Technician performs sonographic procedures
to assist in the diagnosis of disease.
The Ultrasound Technician works effectively with interdepartmental
personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• bold">Performs ultrasound procedures as prescribed by a physician.
• bold">Obtains diagnostic sonographic images by scanning the appropriate body
  part of the patient with the scan head.
• bold">Positions patient for the proper view of the affected area.
• bold">Selects the appropriate scan images to be recorded on film.
• bold">Instructs patient as to the proper physiological requirements for the
  procedure.
• bold">Provides adequate patient immobilization to perform the scan.
• bold">Submits diagnostic ultrasound exams to the physician for their
  interpretation.
• bold">Lifts and/or assists in the transfer of the patient to and from the
  floor, carts, or wheelchairs to the exam table.
• bold">Assists physicians with ultrasound guided biopsy procedures.
• bold">Drives and operates portable sonographic equipment.
• bold">Responsible to know how to change scanning parameters to improve a scan.
• bold">Obtain essential information from patients, medical records, and previous
  scans for clinical correlation.
• bold">Correlates pathological findings with sonogram results.
• bold">Assists in performing life saving techniques (first aid, CPR) to the
  patient if necessary.
• bold">Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination.
• bold">Remains current in the field through journals, books, seminars,
  conferences, and field related societies.
• bold">Maintains cleanliness of work area.
• bold">Provides preventive maintenance to equipment and alerts service to any
  problems promptly.
• bold">Stocks room with supplies and linen.
• bold">Assists in scheduling patients appropriately on the computer scheduling
  system.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:Graduate of an
accredited program. Must be RDMS (registry of diagnostic medical
sonographic) certified. Must have a
minimum of five years experience working in diagnostic imaging, preferably as
an ultrasound tech. Drivers license
required.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of
the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat injuries, diseases,
and deformities, including treatment alternatives, drug properties and
interactions, and preventive healthcare measures. Ability to establish and maintain an effective
working relationship with faculty members, students, residents, staff, patients
and other third parties. Knowledge of
departmental functions. Ability to operate
computer, keyboard, and printer. Ability
to concentrate on the situation at hand and listen effectively. Ability to organize tasks; work as a team
member while independently using sound nursing skills with a variety of
professional disciplines. Knowledge of
ICD-10 and CPT coding. Knowledge of health insurance procedures used
to obtain pre-authorizations and/or referrals.
Convey a professional and positive image and attitude.