Ultrasound Technician (19942)

Company: University of Texas Medical Branch
Location: Galveston
Posted on: May 19, 2020

Job Description:

--JOB SUMMARY: To provide patient care utilizing technical skills in the independent operation of ultrasound equipment for diagnostic and evaluation purposes, as well as to communicate findings to the Radiologist ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: ? Practices proper entries and records on Radiology Information System and Hospital Information System. ? Prepares patient for ultrasound procedure by accurately assessing patient's needs and providing patient education. (See attached age-specific addendum) ? Operates ultrasound equipment for data acquisition, reconstruction of images, documentation of images, and performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images. ? Prepares patient's images for interpretation by radiologist in accordance with accepted protocols. ? Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity. ? Practices safety measures in ultrasound and Environment of Care. ? Participates in research projects. ? Instructs students on clinical ultrasonography skills. ? Applies the profession's code of ethics in all aspects of practice. ? Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure ? Helps keep ultrasound equipment in appropriate operating condition. ? Maintains examination rooms and work areas. May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, ionizing & non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients or others. --MARGINAL OR PERIODIC JOB FUNCTIONS: ? Performs related duties as required. REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program, ARDMS registered,--and two years ultrasound experience, PREFERRED: Associated degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and ARDMS registered.

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