Ultrasound Technologist

* Operates all equipment in an effective, safe and efficient manner
* Must assist the physicians with invasive procedure and must be able to prep and monitor the patients during the procedure.
* Must be proficient in all aspects of ordered US procedure. This service provides diagnostic images for interpretation by the Radiologist.
* Effectively utilizes all necessary computer systems in compliance with HIPPA guidelines.
* Performs routine maintenance in cleaning all equipment. Complies with house-wide BSI precautions and follows recommendations for cleaning transducers.
* Follow the safety steps required to perform their duties and be in compliance with medical, state and federal safety standards. They must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriately.
* Obtains and records all patient data as required by the medical center, state, JCAHO or other agencies. Ensure proper charging of all procedures, coding, and modifiers are correct.
* Reviews images for high quality. Assist in performing QC, QA, QI or ACR as necessary.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

* Education and National Credentials:
* Graduate of either an ARDMS or ARRT approved program



If ARRT Must be in the process of ARRT certification to be eligible for their ARDMS certification.

* Must be in process of being certified by the ARDMS in their specific specialty area.
* Complete appropriate ARDMS certification in their specialty area within 12 months of Ultrasound program completion.
* a. Failure to achieve certification may result in end of employment.
* CPR certified

Specialized Knowledge:

* Extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology, ultrasound equipment, QC and HIS.
* Will be familiar with all B-mode, real time, and color flow application.

Kind and Length of Experience:

* Adequate clinical experience from an approved program.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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