Ultrasound Technologist

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of diagnostic medical ultrasound imaging. In this role, the Ultrasound Technologist will be responsible for patient care, appropriate documentation, quality control, quality improvement and maintaining a safe environment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: + Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors + Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing diagnostic imaging including explaining the procedure to the patient and positioning patient to provide the best view. + Reviews patient’s medical history, previous available imaging and physician’s instructions. Ensures that there is an electronic order for the ultrasound test to be done. + Performs highest quality imaging consistent with prescribed examination; documents any deviations. Follows the protocol for imaging and measurements required for each study. + Applies independent, professional, ethical judgment, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic sonography procedures. + Applies independent judgment during sonography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images. + As necessary, acquires additional ultrasound imaging to facilitate optimum diagnostic results for the interpreting physician. + Identifies and documents any limitations to the sonography examination. + Reviews examination images, synthesizes examination results, and prepares the preliminary findings. + Consults other departments, as needed and as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. + Understands and practices proper use of all equipment + Complies with safety, infection control, and quality improvement policies/procedures. + Meets current documentation standards and policies and completes within the shift, including transmission of completed exams to internal PACS system. + Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures + Assess patient’s understanding of process and informed consent of invasive procedures + Performs all equipment quality control checks + Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient + Maintains patient care areas with appropriate supplies + Travels to all facility locations as required + Performs additional duties as assigned EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE + High School Diploma and 2 to 5 years of relevant experience + Graduate of a school accredited by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or equivalent preferred + Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy in order to receive and interpret physician requests for routine, standardized ultrasonography procedures Premier Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer