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Performs ultrasound scanning procedures. Reports preliminary findings and diagnoses to the Radiologist. Takes anatomical pictures to demonstrate organs.
Job Responsibility:
Receives and reviews requests for ultrasound studies on patients of all ages from child to geriatric
Performs such Urology US exams as renal/bladder/prostate transabdominal and transrectal
Able to assist radiologist with invasive procedures including prostate biopsies and gold marker placement
Utilizes real-time transvaginal transducers
Checks all images with the Radiologist
Consults with the Radiologist about the reading or scans and reports
Provides written, unofficial reports of examinations
Takes representative anatomical pictures, recognizes normal versus abnormal anatomy, and exhibits knowledge of various pathological processes
Marks images for proper definition and explanation
Performs general clerical duties accurately, including but not limited to: Greeting patients in a courteous manner consistent with the hospital’s policy
Logs and checks in patients accurately and appropriately
Verifies information and exams performed
Updates and changes exam description to reflect actual exams performed
Quality assures exams performed, to capture the technologist, the room utilized and the time utilized
Disposes of used linen and supplies in an appropriate manner
Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment
Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done
Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications
Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order
Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing
Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites
Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times
Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines
Adheres to universal precautions
Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials
Adheres to electrical safety guidelines
Technology and Learning: Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization
Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role
Requirements:
Prefer graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Program
Need one to two (1–2) years to be fully proficient
Required Licenses / Registrations: RDMS or eligible - Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registration Eligible - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)