Ultrasound Tech

Description

Job Summary:

Responsible for providing technical expertise in performance of diagnostic sonography procedures.

Major Responsibilities / Duties / Critical Tasks:
• Prepares patient for imaging procedures by accurately assessing patient's needs and providing patient education,
• Operates specialty imaging equipment for image production, documentation of images, and performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images,
• Prepares patient's studies for interpretation by radiologist, Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Ensures department is TJC compliant.
• Adheres to internal controls established for the department

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate from an AMA Accredited ARDMS Program

Qualifications

Required Education / Experience:
• Certification from ARDMS Small Parts/Abd/Vascular
• Licensed by the State of Texas as a Medical Sonographer
• Heartsaver/First Aid