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Ultrasound Technician Job Description
Schedule: 1-2 days per month
Ultrasound technician to be responsible for operating sonographic scanners to capture images of patients' internal organs. Office specialties are Nephrology, Diabetes, and Internal Medicine.
To be a successful ultrasound technician, you should have excellent patient service and technical skills, as well as a strong working knowledge of anatomy. You should have strong problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills.
Ultrasound Technician Responsibilities:
- Explaining the ultrasound procedure to patients, answering their questions, and providing support.
- Spreading the ultrasound gel on the surface of patients' bodies over the internal area to be imaged.
- Programming and adjusting the scanner for the specific procedure and ensuring the transducer captures images from every angle or section as needed.
- Deciding which still images to capture and present to the Physician for diagnostic purposes.
- Evaluating the images for quality and interpreting the images to assist the Physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases.
- Presenting the images and your preliminary findings to the Physicians.
- Maintaining patients' records and medical notes on the ultrasound procedure they have undergone.
- Maintaining the ultrasound equipment and sterilizing the procedure rooms.
Ultrasound Technician Requirements:
- An associate's or bachelor's degree in sonography.
- An industry certification to practice may be advantageous.
- The ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
- Physical stamina to lift heavy equipment and remain on your feet for long shifts.
- The flexibility to work long shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Strong critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as sensitivity to patients' problems.
- Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Job Type: Part-time
Medical Specialty:
- Radiology
Schedule:
- Day shift
- No weekends
Ability to Commute:
- Cookeville, TN 38501 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cookeville, TN 38501: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
