What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Technologist III - Piedmont Facility position at AnMed?
SUMMARY
The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for performing ultrasound procedures on patients of every age utilizing approved techniques and producing quality scans for physician interpretation
SOME SPECIFIC DUTIES MAY INCLUDE
- Reviews medical record for patient history and clinical data for correlation with sonogram
- Positions patient, explains procedure, and provides patient education
- Performs ultrasound procedures on patients of every age utilizing approved protocol Displays knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, pathology, and/or physiological data to obtain optimal studies
- Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of patients during procedure
- Selects technical factors and imaging mode
- Evaluates sonogram for technical quality and prepares for physician interpretation
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or Medical Sonography Program
- Current ARRT certification and/or Medical Sonography with registry eligibility
- RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) preferred.
- SKILLS: Ability to operate ultrasound equipment and produce quality images. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and employees within the organization.
- Ultrasound experience preferred
