Ultrasonographer RVT/RDCS - Cardiovascular Institute

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Job Description Summary

The Ultrasonographer is responsible for the operation of diagnostic ultrasound equipment for the performance of all ultrasound procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Manages all information obtained with strict confidentiality to safeguard patient information from use by unauthorized personnel.
• Follows Southeast Health Center’s safety guidelines for self, patients, visitors, and employees.
• Follows Southeast Health Center’s infection prevention policies.
• Independently handles communications in a manner, which decreases conflict.
• Ensures quality ultrasound imaging within the department.
• Effectively communicates patient history and symptoms to the Radiologist.
• Uses the PACS System in documenting correctly and accurately patient information to insure the quality of patient care.
• Uses the computer system correctly in charging the correct patient account with correct exams and supplies.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform all exams in the department. Has taken the initiative to insure one’s own competency with each exam.
• Reviews examinations for technical accuracy, presents completed examination to radiologist and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience Required

• Registered as an ultrasonographer by ARRT or ARDMS
• Certified as a Registered Vascular Technologist

Minimum Experience Preferred

• Two (2) or more years of ultrasound experience

Minimum Education Required

• Graduate of an Ultrasound program approved by the ARRT, or ARDMS
• CPR

Minimum Education Preferred

• Completion of an undergraduate degree

Required Skills/Abilities

• Basic typing and computer skills.
• Experience in operating personal computers in a Windows environment.
• Customer service oriented.
• Annual completion of competency requirements.
• Occasionally required to be on-call.
• Must be able to work in a standalone position as well as call within six months of hire date.

Shift

Day

Shift Details

First

FTE

1

Type

Regular

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Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.