Ultrasonographer I - 18079

Job description

Under the general direction and supervision of the Senior US Technologist, the Assistant Director of Radiology, and the Radiologist, performs a variety of Ultrasound exams.
Salary Range:
$27.08 - $37.92 per hour
• Properly identifies and prepares patient for the Ultrasound exam.
• Obtains optimal Ultrasound images.
• Utilizes proper equipment pertinent to exam and utilizes Cerner, HIS, RIS, and PACS.
• Assists physicians with biopsies, aspirations, transvaginal exams, OR exams, and other special procedures.
• Maintains adequate records of all Ultrasound exams including appropriate information.
• Maintains and cleans Ultrasound equipment and examination rooms in compliance with universal precautions.
• Completes general, unit, department specifics, and competencies including age specific competencies.
• Maintains required inventory of supplies.
• Coordinates and prioritizes in-house and outpatient requests.
• Responsible for patient's safety, well being, and privacy at all times.
• Maintains accreditation status with ACR standards.
• Instructs Ultrasound students in clinical procedures.
• Responsible for adhering to all radiation protection standards and for donning all radiation protection apparel inclusive of wearing and changing of current monitoring devices.
• Ability to disinfect all probes properly according to manufacturer requirements
• Performs similar and related duties as required.
• Registered in 0-1 certifications by the ARDMS (or equivalent/specialized certification).
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathological processes pertinent to diagnostic Ultrasound.
• Knowledge of Ultrasound techniques, tests, and procedures.
• Operation knowledge of Ultrasound equipment.
• Ability to make technical decisions to obtain the most accurate information of diagnosis.
• Ability to interact and communicate with patients, staff, and hospital personnel.
• Knowledge of blood borne pathogen and universal precautions.
• Ability to lift and pull patients, push stretchers, and able to stand and walk.
• Graduate of accredited program of Diagnostic Sonography approved by the American College of Radiology.
• Certified through the American Society for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS) as RDMS (OB or AB), RT(S), RT (VS), RVT, or RVS).
• New Graduates must obtain RDMS certification within one year of hire or within 24 months of their graduation date, whichever is less.
• Must maintain all qualifications from the American College of Radiology accreditation requirements for Ultrasound and/or RT(S) continuing education requirements.
• Must have basic computer skills and ability to access internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures.
• Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility.