ULTRASOUND TECHNICIAN (US TECH)

JOB DESCRIPTION-

Ultrasound Technician

US TECH

Full-Time

Ultrasound Technician candidates will have the following job responsibilities:

• Registers patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing consultation requests; checking for special instructions; consulting with physicians.

• Maintains the record of the test by keying test data and patient information into the computer of ultrasound equipment.

• Monitors quality of ultrasonic pattern produced by moving transducer, by hand, over a specified area of the body; observing sound waves on the display screen.

• Produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of the vascular system by producing images of internal organs; recording diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.

• Obtains permanent record of internal examination by photographing images of organs shown on display module; removing strip printout from equipment.

• Provides information by maintaining records of ultrasound examinations performed and findings.

• Maintains ultrasound equipment and supplies by cleaning and adjusting equipment; troubleshooting problems; performing preventive maintenance; reporting equipment malfunctions; arranging for repairs; maintaining supply inventory levels; completing and placing supply requisitions; restocking supply storeroom.

• Maintains quality results by following standards and procedures; recommending improvements.

• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations; complying with Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) requirements.

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

• Enhances healthcare organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS-

Ultrasound Technician

US TECH

Full-Time

Ultrasound Technician candidates must meet the following minimum job qualifications:

• Washington Radiologic Technologist upon hire.
• Registered Technologist - Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists upon hire.
• 1-year medical sonography as a registered sonographer or as a registry-eligible sonographer

Compensation: $68,814-101,518/per year