Ultrasound Technician / Sonographer
Company Name:
Koch Davis
Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones. Assist physicians with biopsy procedures, guiding biopsy instrument using sonographic techniques. Utilize accessory equipment such as transducers, multi format cameras, printers, and PACS workstations. Prepare patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide an oral and written summary of preliminary findings to the radiologist. Evaluate quality of sonograms. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated. Maintain patient records in division. Charge procedures and supplies in RIS. Archive and de-archive ultrasound data. Orient new. Ultra-sonographers; provide education and training to new sonographers. Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein. Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones. Assist physicians with biopsy procedures, guiding biopsy instrument using sonographic techniques. Perform ultrasound procedures, doppler vascular examinations, abdominal studies and color flow ultrasound, OB-GYN procedures as required. Utilize accessory equipment such as selective transducers, multi-format cameras, printers, and PACS workstations. Prepare patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide an oral and written summary of preliminary findings to the radiologist. Evaluate quality of sonograms. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated. Maintain patient records in division. Collaborate in quality control of equipment and filming and obtains service as required. Proficient in the performance of ultrasound procedures. Provide direction and instruction to existing personnel and training to new sonographers. Act in a team leader or leadership capacity on an as needed basis. Ensure correct charging of ultrasound procedures and supplies on a daily basis. Other duties as assigned
Requirements
A certification from an accredited ultrasound/sonography school related field preferred. Prefer at least one year of experience as an ultrasound technician/sonographer preferred. Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Education
Not specified
Client
The client is a privately held medical staffing company.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Koch Davis
Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones. Assist physicians with biopsy procedures, guiding biopsy instrument using sonographic techniques. Utilize accessory equipment such as transducers, multi format cameras, printers, and PACS workstations. Prepare patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide an oral and written summary of preliminary findings to the radiologist. Evaluate quality of sonograms. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated. Maintain patient records in division. Charge procedures and supplies in RIS. Archive and de-archive ultrasound data. Orient new. Ultra-sonographers; provide education and training to new sonographers. Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein. Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones. Assist physicians with biopsy procedures, guiding biopsy instrument using sonographic techniques. Perform ultrasound procedures, doppler vascular examinations, abdominal studies and color flow ultrasound, OB-GYN procedures as required. Utilize accessory equipment such as selective transducers, multi-format cameras, printers, and PACS workstations. Prepare patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide an oral and written summary of preliminary findings to the radiologist. Evaluate quality of sonograms. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated. Maintain patient records in division. Collaborate in quality control of equipment and filming and obtains service as required. Proficient in the performance of ultrasound procedures. Provide direction and instruction to existing personnel and training to new sonographers. Act in a team leader or leadership capacity on an as needed basis. Ensure correct charging of ultrasound procedures and supplies on a daily basis. Other duties as assigned
Requirements
A certification from an accredited ultrasound/sonography school related field preferred. Prefer at least one year of experience as an ultrasound technician/sonographer preferred. Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Education
Not specified
Client
The client is a privately held medical staffing company.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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