Ultrasound Technician

• Minimum of two years’ experience as a Sonographer in a hospital or clinic setting.
•  Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Sonographer preferred.
•  Urology sonographer experience preferred.
•  Displays excellent verbal and written communication skills.

•  Explain ultrasound procedures to patients so they feel comfortable with the experience.
•  Calibrate, maintain, and control all ultrasound equipment.
•  Perform ultrasounds on 10-15 patients per day, on average.
•  Take ultrasound still images and video for physician and patients for urological ordered tests.
•  Refrain from commenting on your work to patients unless specifically instructed to do so by a Physician.
•  Notify Physicians of any abnormalities or concerns immediately. 

• Chart ultrasound documentation and open interpretation notes for physicians when required.  
• Maintains a clean work environment and restocks the supply area as needed.
• Assist with other clinical office duties not related to ultrasounds if assigned by management staff.

• Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures.
• Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to medical practice.
• Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care.
• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

• Skill in performing ultrasound tasks appropriately.
• Skill intact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
  • •             Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients
• Skill in maintaining records and test results.

• Ability to learn and retain information regarding ultrasound exams.
• Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
• Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; eye-hand coordinator; handling and lifting patients; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room setting. Well-lighted and well ventilated. Constant contact with individuals from any backgrounds; minimum exposure to communicable diseases. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional stress from dealing with many staff and patients.

• Knowledge of EMR / Charting / coding requirements
• General proficiency working with computers and data analysis
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to work independently when required / appropriate

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