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Position Summary

Under the direction of a Radiologist and accountable to the Director of Imaging, the Ultrasound Technologist independently performs a variety of OB, Vascular and abdominal studies that require independent judgment and minimal supervision. Diagnostic U/S exams including but not limited to: Adult and Pediatric Abdominal, Pelvic, Abdominal Transplant Duplex, Small Parts, Peripheral Vascular, Endovaginal, and breast screening exams. Technologist will also assist the attending radiologist with interventional procedures such as biopsies, fluid aspirations, and drain placements. Employee will comply with departmental protocols and under indirect supervision of the attending radiologist and Department Director.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: proper operation of and care for equipment, providing quality care to patients, and knowing how to use the computer ordering, tracking and report systems. Involvement with peers in the scheduling and coordinating daily workload. Summarizing exam findings on a report worksheet and communicating the impression to the radiologist at the completion of each exam. Accuracy in the performance of exams is required with a willingness to learn and perform all procedures now being done and new procedures as necessary.

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited school of Ultrasonography or have equivalent experience as defined by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasonographers in order to be registry eligible. Must be currently ARDMS registered or registry eligible.