ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGIST

Job description

Produces diagnostic images using ultrasound equipment to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and for interventional procedures. Essential Job Functions: Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities] - Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure. - Confirms the patient's identification and verifies the physician's order. - Assures the proper screening protocol is completed. - Provides information to the patient about the procedure. - Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure and answers any questions the patient may have. - Provides accurate explanations and instructions at an appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand. - Analyzes the information obtained during the assessment phase to determine optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis. - Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure. - Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedures such as medications and insufficient patient preparation. - Selects appropriate ultrasound equipment and scanning techniques based on the age and size of the patient and the objective of the exam to optimize the procedure and minimize patient exposure to...