GIRMC Ultrasonographer/Cardiovascular Technologist

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Uses ultrasound technology and techniques to assist in the diagnosis of patient medical problems for patients throughout the age continuum.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, and beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2. *Performs ultrasound procedures to include abdominal, obstetrical, gynecological, neuro, small parts, breast, interventional, doppler and vascular, in accordance with established policies and procedures.

3. *Uses sterile technique as required for invasive procedures.

4. Provides the reading physician with adequate diagnostic information necessary to generate final report; notifies physician if results require immediate attention.

5. *Optimally demonstrates patient anatomy through proper positioning and transducer selection.

6. *Competently operates all ultrasound equipment and support systems including HIS, RIS, Scheduling System, PACS, C-PACS, Sono Sites and offsite Radiologist Services.

7. *Utilizes department computer systems, PACS, etc., to review patient history and provide accurate documentation of studies.

8. *Properly cares for and images patients of all ages; maintains patient confidentiality.

9. *Coordinates exams within the department and with other departments to provide expedient and complete care; communicates with medical staff, coworkers, patients, families and other hospital staff to ensure quality patient care.

10. *Handles telephone calls for scheduling, coordination or questions with courtesy and accuracy.

11. *Participates in the department's quality improvement plan as required.

12. *Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment as necessary; notifies supervisor of equipment problems and calls appropriate service vendors as needed.

13. *Keeps work area properly supplied.

14. *Participates in the training of diagnostic medical sonography students and provides general support of their clinical education; completes required documentation as indicated and adheres to the expectations of the Bryan College of Health Sciences General Sonography program.

15. *Accesses and administers drugs and biologicals that are pertinent to essential job functions in accordance with Medical Center procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program required. American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certification in the practice specialty of abdomen required within three (3) months of hire date.

Actively training in vascular scans with Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) certification required within one (1) year of hire.

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:

Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.