CV Sonography Student Intern

Job description

Assists registered Heart and Vascular sonographers in their duties to perform routine sonograms as allowed by law to facilitate the flow of patients and create an efficient working environment. 1. Assists credentialed/registered sonographer/technologist in their duties to perform studies per physician order and is responsible to greet patients and guests in an appropriate manner, adhering to all hospital and department policies and standards. a.) Identifying correct patient and procedure: asks patient to verify name and date of birth & confirm patient wrist band. Compares control sheet with order. b.) Obtaining blood pressure & appropriate medical history information from patients appropriate to exam. c.) Transports patients from waiting room to department. d.) Assists patient on and off the scanning bed and with clothing as needed. e.) Helps technologist position patient on the table for the exam. f.) Can move ultrasound equipment to assist technologist: adjust table, move portable machines, etc… g.) If time and inpatient volume allows, the student may perform studies under the direct supervision of the credentialed technologist within the scope and abilities of the student. Must...