Job DetailsPrioritizes 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.
Job RequirementsExamines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patientAssists Radiologist in performance of invasive proceduresEvaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the departmentSupports 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.
Additional DetailsRequires 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.
Source : Atrium Health - 201 E Grover St.
