What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Tech - Perinatal PD position at VIRTUA?
Summary:
Performs high quality Ultrasound examinations in accordance with approved techniques and protocols.
Supports Virtua Health Mission & Vision Statements and adheres to Virtua Health’s Policies and Procedures.
Position Responsibilities:
• Consistently performs high quality Ultrasound studies for our various patient populations according to protocols established by Radiologists/designated specialist; this includes perinatal sonography to high risk maternity patients.
• Demonstrate ability to recognize and accurately document pathology identified in scans.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of Ultrasound equipment.
• Performs a preliminary evaluation for each patient.
• Obtains pertinent medical history prior to exam; obtains previous examinations and reports. Reviews and verifies physician’s orders.
• Responds to changes in the work schedule. Covers all shifts on a rotational basis and responds immediately on call when contacted by Communications and arrives within the appropriate time established by Virtua Health policy.
• Demonstrates appropriate and effective use of RIS and hospital based computer programs and adheres to all policies and practices regarding confidentiality of all electronic communications.
• Prepares room as needed for biopsy exams; familiar with all equipment utilized for biopsy exam Assists and scans, as needed, during biopsy procedure. Assists in inter-operative biopsy procedures; responds to OR in timely manner.
Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:
Experience preferred in abdominal, obstetrical, small parts, and vascular imaging.
Required Education:
Formal education in Diagnostic Ultrasound Program (RDMS program graduate for MFM area).
Training/Certifications/Licensure:
ARDMS certification or registry eligible, must be licensed within two years of employment.
