Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Utilizing high frequency sound waves, provide diagnostic images of a wide variety of exams (abdomen, Ob/Gyn, Vascular, small parts, breast, neurosonography) to diagnose the absence or presence of disease. Responsible for providing patient education and quality patient care.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Analyze disease processes with the use of ultrasound through the selection of appropriate procedures and techniques.
• Coordinate past and present medical history of patient in reference to ultrasound examination.
• Schedule and instruct the patient in reference to ultrasound.
• Review current imaging techniques and interpretations to assure current information.
• Furnish occasional immediate results to appropriate medical personnel derived from ultrasound procedure.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and quality assurance.
• Seek assistance and guidance as needed from Registered Sonographer and interpreting radiologist.

Job Requirements

General Requirements	* Certification with ARDMS or ARRT-Sonography with minimum of Abdominal and OB/GYN credentials, within 6 months. This is a requirement for continued employment in the Ultrasound Department. * Must be CPR certified. * Minimum of AHA Heart Saver certification or BLS required.
Work Experience	* Minimum of one year working in a PACS environment. * Previous ultrasound experience (Preferred)
Education	* Must be enrolled in a fully accredited Sonography Program and proceeding successfully through the program. Upon completion of the training program, the student will have 6 months to obtain registry with ARDMS or ARRT-Sonography with minimum of Abdominal and OB/GYN credentials.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills	* Ability to perform requested procedures in a portable environment as needed. * Ability to perform physical requirements (visual and auditory) of the job. * Must be able to take on-call responsibilities, including weekends and holidays. * Ability to work at multiple locations. * Ability to problem solve and multi-task. * Adept with customer service. * Ability to effectively communicate with physicians. * Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.