Ultrasound Tech (NW)

Job Description

Performs a variety of technical procedures that require the application of non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves for diagnosis of disease.

Job Responsibility

• Prepares patient for examination.
• Explains procedure in layman terms to relieve patient of anxiety.
• Ensures patient is screened according to protocol, and assures consent for the procedure has been obtained, when necessary.
• Positions patient on examination table for optimum testing procedure and conditions.
• Sets-up equipment to administer the proper procedure in timely fashion.
• Performs ultrasound procedures.
• Recognizes significance of all structures that are visualized on the oscilloscope and differentiates artifacts from normal or pathological processes in timely manner;
• Ensures proper views and images have been obtained and proper techniques have been employed; determines need for more extensive evaluations beyond preliminary instructions.
• Collects all pertinent data and calculations for physician interpretation
• Acknowledges and reviews images in computer system.
• Ensures accuracy of all patient data. Processes imaging and prints CDs, as required.
• Gathers previous related patient reports, as required.
• Performs minor repairs and adjusts equipment, as required.
• Adheres to Infection Control guidelines in the performance of duties. Maintains cleanliness of work area, equipment and accessories.
• Performs related duties as requires

Job Qualification

• Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technology program, required.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required within one (1) year of employment, required.
• Previous ultrasound technologist experience, preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, required.

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).