Hybrid Ultrasound Technologist - Radiology at Bingham Memorial Hospital

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education: Graduate of or eligible to graduate from a recognized, approved AMA program.  Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred. 

Required Licenses / Certifications: Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).  Must also have been certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or eligible with ARDMS registry pending. BCLS required.  

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge and understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.  Knowledge of ultrasound equipment including transducers used for specific examinations.  Ability to manipulate ultrasonic equipment to achieve satisfactory examinations for diagnosis by physician.  Able to assess patient condition to notify physician during examination if needed. Basic computer skill required. Also required to be trained on any new equipment acquired by the department and must fill out a check off list that specifies required training.
  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

Performs diagnostic procedures for patients of all ages safely and according to training and ability.  Prepares patients for procedures providing instructions to obtain desired results while reducing patient anxiety. Familiar with and able to operate equipment, including rad/fluoro rooms, portable x-ray equipment, ultrasound, and portable fluoro safely and efficiently. Able to process x-ray films and/or compile ultrasound films as they are printed to the laser printer. Interacts with patient and family in a professional manner. Familiar with and able to do paperwork related to x-ray and ultrasound examinations, including but not limited to, ordering exam and/or retrieving order, completing paperwork correctly, finding file folder, completing exam and following fiscal responsibilities correctly and completely. Able to determine most suitable positions for exams while considering patients abilities and physical condition. Assists Radiologist with exams as needed.  Familiar with exams and knows where supplies are as requested by Radiologist. Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to be alert for contradictions for procedure. Participates in quality control duties that include stocking and preparing room each day and cleaning area after each use. Attends all required inservice, training, and staff meetings.  If cross-trained in additional modalities, i.e. CT, MRI, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine, or Surgery Tech.,  must be able to perform the particular examinations with skill and professionalism. Will stay current with trends in that particular modality and attend or participate in continuing education. Will maintain a current license in Radiology, including aquiring required continuing education credits to keep license current in radiology.