Ultrasound Technician Float

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The Ultrasound Technician is responsible for operation sonographic equipment and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examination using sonography. Responsible for daily operation within the Imaging - Ultrasound Department, including patient schedules, reporting equipment failures and quality assessment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Following physician's orders, performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations. (OB,ABD, Small parts, and Vascular)
• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images
• Greets, correctly identifies patient, prepares patient for examination and explains specific procedures to be performed in appropriate confidential area
• Analyses sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history and communicates findings to the appropriate physician
• Accurately maintains patient imaging records, utilizing the Radiology Information System (R.I.S., and PACS/Synapse application in accordance with HIPPA and company guidelines, policies and procedures
• Obtains pertinent medical history from the patient, prepares preliminary reports for radiologist and contacts referring physician when required according to established procedures
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and ensures adequate supplies are available, contacts service as required
• Monitor PACs/Synapse and RIS database for integrity of patient information and proper