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About the Role
Schedules patients and operates equipment to perform diagnostic medical sonograms in accordance with protocols to assist the physician in diagnosis and treatment. Follows established policies and procedures set by the department, hospital, state, ACR, TJC, and OSHA.
Responsibilities
- Performs ultrasound diagnostic procedures by selecting appropriate transducers and correct scanning sequences to produce an accurate image to assist the radiologist in the diagnosis.
- Assesses physician’s order for completeness by reviewing the requisition and patient’s chart to ensure correct examination is performed.
- Establishes the testing schedule by prioritizing requests for procedures.
- Performs and documents quarterly quality assurance tests on equipment following established professional protocols.
- Participates in invasive radiological procedures by assisting the radiologist and producing images.
- Maintains the ultrasound equipment in good operating order, cleans and disinfects equipment and area after each use, and maintains an orderly work area.
- Reports any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdowns to supervisor.
- Demonstrates yearly competencies to conduct examinations and meet patient needs.
- Prepares examination for interpretation by the radiologist, including correct identification and processing.
- Sets up images in PACs system.
- Accurately inputs data in the RIS to track actual procedures for billing and resource allocation.
- Works effectively as a team member within the department and with other units.
- Provides clinical supervision and instruction to students.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Registered or registry eligible with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers(ARDMS).
- CPR certification may be required.
- Maintenance of continuing education credits as required by licensure.
- Individual exceptions may apply only under the discretion of the Medical and Administrative Director.
- Graduate AMA approved ultrasound program.
- At least one year’s experience as an ultrasound technologist.
- Associates or Applied Science Degree in related field.
- Working knowledge applicable to ultrasound technology with specific references to anatomy, medical and surgical disease, and scientific principles.
- Knowledge of patient care standards and requirements.
- Knowledge of quality assurance principles and practices.
- Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
- Knowledge of OSHA principles and practices.
- Knowledge of TJC standards of practice.
- Operate ultrasound equipment.
- Schedule, organize and monitor patient flow to meet company productivity, quality, health and safety standards.
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, medical staff and co-workers.
- Maintain the confidentiality of patient records.
- Schedule, organize and complete work in accordance with required workloads.
- Read, interpret and follow internal quality standards and government regulations.
- Understand and follow specifications and instructions.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
- Capable of maintaining basic life support (CPR).
- ARDMS required within 12 months of hire.
- May be required to rotate on night, weekend and/or holiday call schedule.
- May be required to cover ancillary offices, as needed.
- OSHA Class 1 exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.
- May involve physical lifting and/or walking.
Skills
- Ultrasound technology
- Anatomy
- Medical and surgical disease
- Scientific principles
- Patient care
- Quality assurance
- Customer service
- OSHA
- TJC standards
- Operating ultrasound equipment
- Scheduling
- Organizing
- Monitoring patient flow
- Effective communication
- Maintaining patient record confidentiality
- Reading and interpreting standards and regulations
- Following instructions
- Emergency response
- Basic life support (CPR)
Location
- Multiple locations
Work Type
- Per Diem
- Weekday
- Weekend
Experience Level
- At least one year’s experience as an ultrasound technologist
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduate AMA approved ultrasound program
- Associates or Applied Science Degree in related field
Salary/Compensations
- $34.00 and $51.71
Benefits
- Information on employee benefits available on company website
About the Company
- Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) is a provider of diagnostic medical sonograms.
- To learn more about Midstate Radiology Associates, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, please visit our website: www.MidstateRadiology.com
Equal Opportunity
- Midstate Radiology Associates is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.