ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST

Description

Job Summary: The Ultrasound Technologist will independently operate sonographic equipment and perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures to assist in diagnosis or scans for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. The qualified candidate will be expected to take a patient centered approach and assure that all services are provided within professional standards and with a high level of medical ethics.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

• •Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• •Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers
• •Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments
• •Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
• •Perform clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations, including venous reflux and arterial ultrasound examinations
• •Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contraindications pertaining to the examination
• •Obtains and reviews the requisition for examination in order to be aware of information such as procedure requested, clinical history, patient condition or any other special requirements
• •Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images
• •Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings
• •Independently initiates additional ultrasound imaging procedures to facilitate optimum diagnostic results
• •Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician
• •Provides interpreting physician with an oral or written summary of technical findings
• •Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients
• •Maintains ultrasound equipment and adequate supplies
• •Other Duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities:

• •Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• •Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience:

Must be RVT or RVS certified.

*StrideCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements

• •Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• •Manual dexterity required for operating office equipment (e.g., computers, phones, fax machines).
• •Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• •Visual acuity is required to perform tasks involving computer screens and paper documents.
• •Ability to move around the office to access files, office machinery, and other equipment.