Ultrasound Technician (PRN)

Townsen Memorial Hospital is looking for a Ultrasound Technician to join our team!

The Ultrasound Technician is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs all requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician
• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations
• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
• Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
• Analyses: sonograms, synthesize sonographic information, medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
• Coordinates work schedule with Departmental Director and/or scheduling desk to assure workload coverage.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer’s care.
• Assists with the daily operations of the sonographic laboratory.
• Maintains a daily log of patients seen/completes exam billing forms.
• Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation.
• Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating hospitals, referral or commercial agencies.
• Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures
• Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided.
• Addresses problems of patient care as they arise and makes decisions to appropriately resolve the problems
• Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required
• Assumes responsibility for the safety and well-being of all patients in the sonographic area/department
• Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member
• Performs other related duties as assigned