Job Description
Job Description
Position: Ultrasound Technologist
Location: Shenandoah, TX 77384
Schedule: Monday-Friday Full-time
Position Summary
Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures by explaining the process and positioning patients to correctly capture the images requested by a physician.
Responsibilities
- Performs ultrasound procedures on appropriate anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the individual site Radiologist, according to the modality of hire and/or training.
- Verifies orders and preparation of each patient. Verifies patient identification, reviews the requisition and chart, and explains procedures to patient.
- Performs procedure as prescribed by physician.
- Completes and signs all patient screening forms and explains procedure to the patient. Prepares tech sheets for radiologist review.
- Records test results and updates patient records for referring physician. Records charges, completes radiology requisitions and verifies images on PACS.
- Cleans and disinfects equipment and room after each use. Stocks rooms as needed.
- Maintains patient care, comfort and safety during transport to and from exam room.
- Maintains supply levels and logs.
- Maintains technical competency through continued education.
- Maintains current licensure and certifications for modality of hire.
- Cooperates with facility healthcare personnel and complies with facility policies and procedures.
- Is able to care for and perform studies on patients of infancy through geriatric age groups.
- Works cooperatively, as part of the team, to maintain a work environment that promotes mutual respect and professionalism.
- Follows all safety rules while on job.
EDUCATION
Required:
- High School Diploma.
- Graduate of an approved Ultrasound School.
- ARRT or ARDMS registered (must be registered within one year of employment).
EXPERIENCE
- One (1) year ultrasound experience.
- Registered as a vascular technologist.
- Functional knowledge of Doppler principles.
- X-ray technology background preferred.
- Must be able to independently perform multitude of exams using a standard protocol.
REQUIRED LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS
- Medical Radiologic Technologist license (MRT) from the Texas Department of State Health Services.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in sonography credentials OR ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers).
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / CPR through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Preferred Certification:
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in sonography credentials.