Ultrasonographer I

FLSA Status

Job Role Summary

The Radiologic Technologist Specialist I - Ultrasonographer/Vascular Ultrasonographer is responsible for preparing and performing ultrasound examinations under the direction of a specialized physician. This includes scheduling patients, reviewing medical history, preparing patients and equipment, administering procedure, and relating results to supervisor.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Proactively contributes to Eskenazi Health’s mission: Advocate, Care, Teach, and Serve with special emphasis on the vulnerable population of Marion County; models Eskenazi Health’s values
• Schedules patients and performs ultrasound examinations of designated body regions, under direction of a physician specializing in diagnostic medical sonography
• Reviews requisition, patient's medical chart, and records oral history from patient to define reason for diagnostic examination
• Educates each patient concerning ultrasound procedures with assistance
• Prepares ultrasound examination including: positioning and preparing patients for examinations, determining appropriate equipment to be used, setting and modifying controls during procedure for optimal scanning results, and observing patients
• Performs ultrasound examination by: using interpretative skills during procedure to identify and record normal/abnormal test results and real/potential medical problems, relating atypical results/problems to supervisor for assessment and action, and may be required to transport imaging equipment to patient bedside
• Maintains supplies required for daily use
• Assists physicians in performing special examinations, emergency medical care and research projects
• Must remain in compliance with all Indiana State Department of Health and The Joint Commission education, license and certification requirements.
• Must remain in compliance with all American College of Radiology, Indiana State Department of Health and The Joint Commission education, license and certification requirements. 
   

Job Requirements

• Graduation from an AMA approved Radiologic Technology Program with Sonography Principles & Instrumentation Examination complete.
• Certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or ARRT with 1 specialty certification within the first year of employment which includes compliance with Professional CEU requirements
• Specialty Certifications may be one of the following: Abdomen, OB/GYN, or Vascular
• Appropriate credentialing is required for Vascular Ultrasound Department within 1 year of graduation of a vascular program OR within 2 years of hire if cross-training which includes compliance with Professional CEU requirements
• Maintains and shows proof of current CPR Certification
   

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and command of anatomy as well as cross sectional anatomy
• Knowledge of the physics of ultrasound
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served; ability to use age-appropriate communication skills
• Must demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles over the life span; ability to assess data and interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to age-specific needs and cognitive abilities detailed in the department/area/unit job competencies
• Knowledge of all ultrasound equipment, drug utilization and technical procedures (within assigned area)
• Working knowledge of the EPIC and PACS systems and associated programs; ensures completion of all studies through EPIC
• Knowledge of hospital protocols and procedures, and safety procedures to minimize risk to patients, coworkers, and self
• Knowledgeable of and compliance with Eskenazi Health’s Infection Control and Communicable Disease policies and procedures
• Ability to follow both written and oral instructions
• Ability to handle patient contacts with high degree of tact
• Ability to elect proper protocols for all exams
• Fundamental knowledge of computer applications
• Ability to be flexible with changing work duties and priorities
• Knowledgeable of and proficiency in vascular patient clinical assessment, in performing vascular examinations and testing, and in the evaluation of findings
• Ability to observe and perceive changing patient conditions, and to report questionable conditions to physicians and nursing personnel
• Ability to work effectively under stress and heavy workload
• Ability to prioritize work assignments, i.e., decisions must be made to determine how quickly a case needs to be scheduled for an examination