Ultrasound Technician

Responsibilities:
• Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams. • Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures.

• Performs routine and complex studies and assists in a variety of imaging procedures.

• Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations. • Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate

• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS image quality and patient data/history • Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.

• Maintains compliance with regulatory agencies.

Complexity of Work:
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. 

Personal Protective Equipment:
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Licensure / Certification / Registration: • Required Credential(s):

• BLS Provider obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 24 Months (2 years) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.

Education:

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required