Travel Ultrasound Tech in Charlotte, NC

Job Summary:

·       Prioritizes and coordinates ultrasound exams with nursing units, radiologists, and referring physicians. Performs ultrasound exams in accordance to departmental protocols and standards.

·        Provides adequate patient care as it relates to the exam requested. Operates ultrasound and associated equipment with proficiency.

·       Essential Functions Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient Assists Radiologist in performance of invasive procedures Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.

·       Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.

·       Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.

·       Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.

·       Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always Physical Requirements Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance.

·       Work requires walking, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting during normal operation.

·       Requires mental skills to read and comprehend patient orders and technical materials.

·        Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment. Intact sense of sight and hearing.