Ultrasound Tech

Job Description

Job Description

Under general supervision, performs a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures following established policies and protocols.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Performs full range of diagnostic ultrasound procedures that require operation of real-time and portable equipment as well as multiple imaging modalities on patients of all ages.
• Positions patients appropriately for test being performed following established protocols.
• Explains procedures and positioning to patients.
• Monitors and maintains essential patient care and safety during procedures; applies safety principles as identified by established policy.
• Selects and operates equipment; selects proper technical factors on an individual basis.
• Discerns the correct examination to be performed by a combination of exam ordered, clinical history, and patient condition.
• Provides test results to patient’s physician and other appropriate healthcare providers.
• Performs daily quality control of equipment and other quality assurance / quality control activities as required.
• Maintains department statistics and records.
• Maintains inventory of necessary supplies.
• Prepares room for diagnostic procedures.
• Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies / practices.
• Ensures compliance with legal issue including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with JCAHO, federal, state, and local regulations.
• Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow, acuity, and other operational demands while maintaining quality.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS :

COMPETENCIES :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT :

technical information, and / or use a keyboard

Special Requirements

Requires sitting, standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Requires frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to work with a moderate noise level in the work environment is required. Ability to handle significant stress.

The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required in order to perform the work. The health clinic reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the business need arises. Additionally, this job description is not intended as an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and the Clinic continues to maintain its status as an at-will employer.