4331 - Ultrasound Tech
Shreveport, LA
Full Time
Healthcare
Entry Level
The Radiology Ultrasound Technologist is a professional who assesses, implements, coordinates, monitors, and evaluates patient care activities. He/she has clinical and/or functional knowledge of position for which they are accountable either directly or indirectly through delegation of tasks.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES- Introduce yourself to the patient, identify the patient with two identifiers, and communicate with the patient regarding all aspects of the procedure.
- Places patient on the table making the patient comfortable with pads, support sponges, blankets, etc. Using proper positioning techniques keeping patient's comfort into consideration, explaining necessity of compression needed for optimal outcome.
- Obtains pertinent history from the patient. Ascertains any contraindication the performing exam. Provides patient care based upon evaluation of the patient.
- Obtains and examines the requisition to be fully aware of information such as procedure requested, patient's condition, and any special notes.
- Observes patient's condition and always reports immediately any unusual signs, symptoms, or occurrences to Radiology nurse or physician. If not available, to the ED staff.
- Insures accuracy and completeness of work performed.
- Obtains and verifies written or electronic orders on all out patients.
- All out patient orders, consents, and questionnaires (as needed) are scanned into PACS with the procedure performed.
- Verifies that proper lab work was performed, if applicable, prior to procedure and communicates findings with physician and/or nurse.
- Performs ultrasound procedures for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician by effectively performing examinations with all ultrasound equipment. Be able to work in all areas of the department as necessary to increase patient through put.
- Be familiar with different protocols for each procedure for the different radiologists.
- Assists radiologist and other performing physicians during invasive procedures such as biopsies, and properly follows protocol in notification and documentation of all contrast / medication reactions.
- Performs ultrasound exams in a portable fashion when required by patient's condition
- Maintains protocols for ultrasound procedures, adjusting protocols as needed.
- Completes all requisitions in the radiology information system entering all charges and clinical data as necessary.
- Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
- Transport patient as necessary.
- Follow up with patient complaints reporting to supervisor and filling out Event report as necessary.
MUST-HAVES:
Education/Skills
- Bachelor of Science Degree / ARRT Certified or graduated from certified school of Ultrasonography.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- ARDMS or ARRT/Sonography certification in Abdomen required within one year.
- BLS Certification Required.
Benefits:
- Competitive benefit package
- Skill-bridge program
- Access to ongoing training and professional development programs.
- A supportive work environment that values your voice and encourages participation in Shared Governance.
Mission Box Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for potential access to classified information. Accordingly, US Citizenship is required. Our strategic partner is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of our strategic partner.
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