Ultrasound Technologist

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A Brief Overview
Under the direction of the Ultrasound Team Leader, performs a variety of intermediate ultrasound procedures at a technical level requiring minimal supervision of technical detail.

What you will do

• Performs all intermediate Ultrasound techniques and examinations according to the procedures determined by the Radiologists:
• Selects proper transducer and application for the specified type of ultrasound exam.
• Produces optimal sonographic images for diagnostic interpretation.
• Selects proper technical factors and operates US equipment as directed.
• Provides protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards to ensure the well-being of patients, hospital personnel, general public and self while performing duties.
• Maintains constant attention to patient assigned to sonographer for the examination.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintains records of exams:
• Responsible for proper identification on images including patient identification and patient demographics.
• Maintains appropriate records of examination.
• Maintains the integrity and efficiency of the Radiology Information System.
• Thorough knowledge of the Department's Picture Archiving System as applicable to ultrasound.
• Professionalism:
• Subject to on-call status including weekends and holidays and responsible for back-up and emergency coverage at any satellite offices such as the King of Prussia campus.
• Refers to the Ultrasound Team Leader or Radiology Director any complex issues/problems.
• Fosters professionalism, continuing education and self-development.
• Participates in the formal in-service program provided for Radiology Complex.
• Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position:
• Completes all mandatory education required by hospital.
• Engage in continuing education activities to maintain credits for ARRT compliance.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED Required
• Technical Diploma Ultrasound Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - upon hire - Required and
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - Organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross) - within 12 months - Required
• Pediatric Sonography (PS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - upon hire - Preferred or
• Pediatric Sonography (PS) - American Registry for Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) - upon hire - Preferred

Experience Qualifications

• At least three (3) years ultrasonographer experience required
• Pediatric experience rreferred

Skills and Abilities

• Intermediate knowledge of all types of Ultrasound imaging (Required proficiency)
• Intermediate knowledge of Radiology Information Systems (Required proficiency)
• Provides Family Centered Care (Required proficiency)
• Integrates knowledge and assessment of child and family (Age- Specific Competency) (Required proficiency)
• Ability to work independent of supervision (Required proficiency)
• Good organizational skills (Required proficiency)
• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills (Required proficiency)
• Able to handle multiple tasks (Required proficiency)

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SALARY RANGE:

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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