Ultrasound Tech- Women''s Health Professionals PRN
Albany, GA
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414 5th Ave
Albany,
GA
Ultrasound Tech- Women''s Health Professionals PRN
Location: Albany, GA Job ID: 35251
Job Summary
The Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer performs routine and interventional ultrasound exams according to department protocols under the supervision of a qualified Physician for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases. The technologist provides direct patient care for all ages of patients. The technologist is to provide very good service; that is to treat every patient with respect, courtesy, and explain the exam to the patient. The technologist must be able to work together with others providing a positive work environment. The technologist is responsible to provide a safe environment for the patients, fellow employees, and themselves.
Qualifications
- Vocational / Technical Degree in Ultrasound Technology (Required)
Work Experience
- 0 - 1 year Ultrasound routine and interventional exams (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
Required Certifications/Licensures:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified Sonography (S)(ARRT) OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
Essential Functions
ULTRASOUND PROCEDURES
- Perform the ultrasound procedures according to the department protocols.
- Identify the patient according to hospital policy.
- Ensure the correct procedure is to be performed on the patient either by the patient''s medical record or physician''s orders.
- Set up procedure room for the exam.
- Explain the exam to the patient and/or family member.
- Ensure the exam is labeled correctly.
- QA the exam before it is released for interpretation.
CUSTOMER SERVICE - ULTRASOUND TECH
- Perform very good customer service.
- Identify self to the patient and/or family.
- Explain exam/procedure to the patient.
- Show respect/courtesy to the patient and family.
- Greet the patient and their family in a friendly manner. (Smile)
DOCUMENTATION
- Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.
- Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.
- Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers/users.
- Uses correct terminology.
- Conforms to required style and format.
TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE
- Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.
- Understands equipment operation.
- Maintains equipment in working order.
- Troubleshoots equipment problems.
- Uses technology to increase productivity.
- Adapts to new technology.
Additional Duties
- Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
- Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission, and vision of the organization.
- Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
- Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).
- Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
- Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
- For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age-specific customer service skills.
- Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.
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