Ultrasound Technologist Part Time Days

About This Role

Perform diagnostic Ultrasound exams using appropriate imaging equipment, verifying patient identity and medical history, and communicating findings to radiologists. Respond to medical emergencies and educate residents, student technologists, and new employees.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic Ultrasound exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment
• Verify patient identity and review medical record for appropriateness of exam
• Interview patient to obtain, verify, or update medical history and assess risk factors
• Explain procedure to patient, including side effects, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up
• Set up equipment and acquire appropriate images as per script
• Review images, make initial observations, document exceptions, and communicate data to radiologist
• Recognize and respond to medical emergencies as appropriate
• Provide physician-prescribed post-care instructions to patients
• Participate in process improvement activities within radiology practice
• Provide imaging education to residents, student technologists, and new employees

Requirements

• Registered by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARMDS) or registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Sonography (S)
• Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period
• Registered in specialty within 12 months of employment in area of discipline

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications