Lead Ultrasound Tech, Full Time, 1st Shift - Huntsville Hospital Health System
Decatur, AL 35601
About the Job
Job Summary: Under the direction of the Radiology Director, and Radiologist, performs
imaging procedures producing two-dimensional high frequency sound waves to create
diagnostic images of the human body for use in diagnosis of medical conditions, at a
technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety
of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and
initiative to apply prescribed Ultrasonography for radiological diagnosis. Assumes
responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required.
Operates Ultrasound Equipment to make quality Images of designated body parts.
Responsibilities include knowledge of all Ultrasound procedures, proper patient
positioning, exposures, Utilization of PACS, implementation of patient charges, and
assists physicians as required. Will be available for emergency on-call procedures as
required, or set forth. Recognizes the need for control/assessment of pain for patients
and helps to prevent or reduce patient pain levels when possible. Assumes responsibility
for designated areas or procedures as required. Perform leadership responsibilities in QC,
scheduling, as well as pier training when needed.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Use common sense and special medical skills to care for the sick or handicapped.
Understand technical information from supervisors, charts, reference books, manuals and
labels. Use eyes, hands and fingers with skill. Work fast in an emergency situation.
Effectively communicate with people when they are sick, handicapped, or nervous.
Follow instructions exactly. Record information accurately. Ability to care for patients of
all ages. CPR certification required.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Ultrasound Lead Technologist is a High School
graduate or equivalent, some college preferred. Must be a graduate of an approved
Ultrasound school or have appropriate training. Must have Registry or Registry eligible
within Ultrasound. Must be able to show experience and possess capabilities of
leadership to be adequate by the Director as well as the Medical Director of Imaging.