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+ Position Summary

+ Under general supervision, obtains sonographic images for diagnostic purposes. Ultrasound Technologists ensure all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support patient centered care.

+ Position Responsibilities

+ Unit Specific Position Responsibilities

+ Operates, cleans and generally maintains ultrasound equipment.

+ Assists in recording reports and examinations.

+ Performs all duties of Ultrasound Technologist. (per scope of practice)

+ Performs related work per orientation and position competency checklists and skills validation.

+ Performs other assigned duties.

+ Assures safe, therapeutic environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff.

+ Participates and maintains quality improvement initiatives to promote positive patient outcomes.

+ Assists patient, families, and visitors with various needs and utilizes specific communication tools to enhance customer service.

+ Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures on neonatal through geriatric patients.

+ Gathers and records pertinent patient history to aid in interpreting sonographic data.

+ Gathers and records significant anatomical information to aide in diagnosis.

+ Improvises ultrasound procedure when needed to obtain accurate and complete data.

+ Responsible for on call duties as scheduled

+ Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

+ Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education):

+ Completion of a ultrasound training program or 12 months of ultrasound work experience.

+ Mandatory Reporter training within 90 days of hire and must maintain throughout employment.

+ Organizational Requirements:

+ Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements.

+ Preferred Qualifications:

+ None Specified

+ Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

+ Knowledge of routine ultrasound proce¬dures and associated anatomy; knowledge of records to be maintained.

+ Ability to perform ultrasound procedures; ability to operate, clean and generally maintain ultrasound equipment.

+ Skill in providing diagnostic ultrasound services.

+ Knowledge of basic arithmetic, algebra and geometry and their applications

+ Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

+ Active Listening skills, giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

+ Ability to demonstrate clinical competence and maintain current knowledge in caring for adolescent through geriatric patients.

+ Skill in effective oral and written communication in English.

+ Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

+ None Specified