Purpose

Provides general and specialized diagnostic imaging service and care to patients during both diagnostic and therapeutic imaging procedures. The technologist is accountable for optimal diagnostic images through the use of various types of diagnostic equipment.

Uses ultrasound imaging technology to produce detailed images of internal organs and structures within a patient's body, assisting doctors in diagnosis and treatment by acquiring and analyzing these images; key responsibilities include preparing patients, operating ultrasound equipment, interpreting results, and maintaining patient comfort throughout the procedure.

Essential Job Functions

• Uses ultrasound imaging technology to produce detailed images of internal organs and structures within a patient's body,
• Assists doctors in diagnosis and treatment by acquiring and analyzing these images;
• Key responsibilities include preparing patients, operating ultrasound equipment, interpreting results, and maintaining patient comfort throughout the procedure.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Preparing patients for ultrasound examinations by explaining procedures and addressing concerns
• Operating ultrasound equipment to acquire high-quality images of various body parts
• Positioning patients correctly for optimal imaging
• Analyzing ultrasound images to identify abnormalities and pathologies
• Documenting findings clearly and accurately in patient records
• Communicating findings to physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Maintaining and calibrating ultrasound equipment
• Adhering to safety protocols and infection control guidelines

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Competencies

• Examining organs like the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidneys, spleen, and aorta
• Imaging muscles, tendons, joints, and soft tissues to diagnose injuries
• Assessing blood flow in arteries and veins to detect blockages or abnormalities
• Performing ultrasounds during pregnancy to monitor fetal development, identify potential issues, and determine gestational age

Supervisory Responsibility

No Supervision. The job does not require the provision of guidance or supervision to others. There is no formal responsibility for directing others.

Materials Responsibility

Limited: Work requires limited responsibility for material resources. Examples for resources could include supplies, equipment, inventories, small budgets, and other similar material assets. The employee has a limited amount of control over these resources. The cost of errors is also limited in terms of damage, waste of financial loss. Problems associated with material resources are not complex. The volume of resources may vary, but the level of difficulty in dealing with these resources is uncomplicated.

Key Relationships

Co-workers/JCRHC Employees, Physicians/ Medical Office Staff, Students/Interns/Residents/ Outside Instructors, Patients, Families, and Significant Others

Position Specifications

Education

3 year college/university program or equivalent experience

Field of Study

Sonography

Special Training

Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB), Vascular (RVT); Basic Life Support; Dependent Adult/Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training. Must participate in registry exams for AB, OB, RVT, and General Physics & Vascular Physics within 2 years, and successful completion within 3 years.

Training Preferred

N/A

Licensure / Registration

American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and ARDMS eligible in one area to apply for position. (ARRT) is also acceptable.

Experience

Less than 1 year experience required.

Interpersonal Skills

Interaction is with a variety of people inside or outside the organization. Communications are of moderate difficulty and sensitivity. Contact with others may involve detailed & lengthy dialogues & exchanges of information. Requires a moderate amount of interpersonal skills. Interactions involve dealing with moderately complicated problem situations or stressful encounters.

Working Conditions:

There is exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable environmental conditions. There are some health and safety risks. Position may require safety equipment and precautions. The amount of time the employee may experience these moderate conditions is limited to 70% or less of the work day.

Possible Exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens

Yes

Service Excellence Expectations

• Adheres to the “Values and Behavior Statement” of Jackson County Regional Health Center.
• Adheres to HIPAA and maintains confidentiality as relates to all patient and medical information.
• Works in a safe manner at all times and adheres to our safety programs and service expectations.