Ultrasound Technologist

SUMMARY: Ultrasound Technologists will perform departmental procedures, and assigned activities by the Manager of Imaging Services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and /or ability required.

Full or part time employment as designated and on call as necessary with the rotation schedule of all staff members.

Knowledge of departmental equipment and procedures pertaining to Sonography.

Knowledge of State and Federal regulation requirements for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Knowledge of all required responsibilities and or successful completion of an accredited Sonography program and or experience with Radiologists approval of skills in Sonography pertaining to physics, anatomy, physiology,

medical terminology, body positioning, knowledge of technical factors. Preferred ARDMS Certification.

Participate in all mandatory quality, safety, security and infection control programs of Saunders Medical Center and the Radiology Department Policies and Procedures.

Uphold confidentiality and HIPAA compliance at all times and report violations to the Privacy Officer.

Understand and comply with the requirements of the Saunders Medical Center's Compliance Program, including,

but not limited to the Code of Conduct, the Compliance Policy, all Saunders Medical Center-wide policies for compliance, and compliance plans affecting specific duties and responsibilities.

Participate in all education and training programs regarding compliance as required by Saunders Medical Center policy and as requested by the Supervisor.

Demonstrate personal traits of a high-level commitment, motivation and energy; team orientation; professionalism; trust; honesty; integrity; and a demonstration of placing others in a place of high value and treating them with dignity and respect.

Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Non applicable.

DISCLOSURE STATEMENT:

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Preferred: American Registry of Medical Sonography, ARDMS certified, completion of accredited Medical Sonography Program.
Certification Vascular Sonography, Cardiac Sonography, preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Preferred: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, ARDMS and or with Vascular/ Cardiac Registry; American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, ARRT, preferred; State of Nebraska Radiology Licensed or ARRT if applicable.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Must be able to read, write and follow written and oral instructions and possess positive skills in communication.

Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients, visitors, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate at the level necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in oral, written, diagram or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to push or pull 25lbs, stand for extended periods of time. Perform duties in emergent situations. Quick rational decision making process

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Attendance is essential and required for a successful working environment. The working environment shall be that which represents a safe physical atmosphere. All employees will be trained in patient /employee safety and follow all aspects of the Safety and Infection control manual. The Safety and Infection Control Manual will be reviewed and documented annually by all staff.