Ultrasonographer Technologist - Radiology-Diagnostic, Varied Shifts, Per Diem

Ultrasonographer Technologist - Radiology-Diagnostic, Varied Shifts, Per Diem

GENERAL SUMMARY

Provides diagnostic imaging services according to accepted standards and protocols and assures patient safety during procedures

FUNCTIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General Diagnostic Procedures :

• Performs all diagnostic procedures following policies and procedures established by the department.
• Adjusts patient care based on age-specific needs.
• Uses all equipment properly and in a manner that minimizes hazards of electric shock.
• Selects appropriate equipment for each individual ultrasound exam.
• Adjusts the equipment controls and selects the correct transducer according to the organ being examined.
• Explains procedures and responds to questions appropriately.
• Scans paperwork into PAC’s System.
• Maintains a working knowledge of the PAC’s System.
• Working knowledge of CD Burning.
• Completes patient charges for each exam in a timely manner.
• Transports patients to and from the department.
• Maintains a clean and orderly environment.
• Determines most suitable position and shields patient for optimum imaging and patient comfort. Follows ALARA principle staff and patients shielding.
• Able to note when order and inclination will not be correct.

Administrative :

Special Testing

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

0-1 year

Experience in Ultrasound in a hospital setting preferred

Experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of radiology technology

Registered / licensed with American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT), RDMS, & RVT

Or equivalent in education and experience

COMPENSATION : Minimum pay : $37.40

Maximum pay : $59.84

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