What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasonographer position at Axia Logo Horizontal?
Position Description
Provides ultrasound diagnostic services as directed by physicians including scheduling, patient care during procedure and communication with patients.
Minimum Education/Experience
Associates Degree or equivalent from two-year college/technical school.
Three to four years of directly related experience will be accepted in lieu of Associates Degree at the discretion of the practice.
and1 to 2 years related/applicable experience.
Licensure/Certification
Certification is required: Current ARDMS or eligible
Current CPR certification
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Performs diagnostic Ultrasound procedures as directed by physicians.
Oversees patient scheduling.
Explains procedures to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
Positions patients, selects appropriate transducers and machine settings.
Conducts scanning procedures.
Transmits images and documents tests electronically.
Assembles materials and copies for physician review.
Ensures maintenance on ultrasound equipment.
Orders and stocks all ultrasound supplies.
Maintains all ultrasound records, reports and files.
Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness in handling all customer interactions.
Performs all other duties as may be assigned from time-to-time.
Physical Demand & Work Environment
Standing: 1/3 of work time.
Walking: 1/3 of work time.
Sitting: 1/3 of work time.
Using hands to finger, handle or feel: over 2/3 of work time.
Reaching with hands/arms: over 2/3 of work time.
Climbing or balancing: None of work time.
Talking or hearing: over 2/3 of work time.
Vision requirements:
Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)
Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
Employment Requirements
- Promotes a positive and professional image of Axia Women's Health.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient, business and employee information as required by current legal regulation and Company policies and procedures.
- Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations as may be required.
- Attends all meetings as requested.
- Attends all required in-service education, including but not limited to: hazardous materials, fire/safety, and OSHA.
- Maintains attendance and tardiness and notification to supervisor within the established guidelines of the practice or department.
- Maintains work area in a clean, orderly and in a manner compliant with all regulations.
