Ultrasound Tech

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment and performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography.

The Sonographer always maintains a high standard of medical ethics and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease and new procedures as they evolve.

SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES: Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations.Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings.Analyses sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information, medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographers care.Assists with the daily operations of the sonographic department.Performs other work-related duties as assigned.Performs all requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician.Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures.Coordinates with other team members to ensure appropriate patient care is provided.Identifies patient care issues as they occur and takes appropriate action to resolve them.Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required.Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or team member.

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job may require traveling to other CARTI locations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE, REGISTRATION: High school diploma.Graduate of a formal accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.Current sonography credential required: ARDMS (RDMS/RVT) or CCI (RVS).

RDMS preferred.Current BLS required.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES: Minimum one or more years experience and/or training with graduate sonographerKnowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform testing including body mechanics and patient movementSkill in using computer network system competently to process patient and department informationSkill in positioning patients properlySkill in identifying equipment problems and corrects or notifies supervisorAbility to work in a cooperative nature within and outside department with staff, patients, and familiesAbility to explain procedures clearly and simply to patients REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Must interact and communicate both verbally and in written form.Must interact and exchange information re...