Ultrasound Tech II

Description

Shift: Tuesday through Friday 3p-12:30a

Location: Emory University Hospital

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Provides quality care to the patients receiving US Scan, diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.

• Communicates patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.

• Ensures documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care. Properly operates imaging and specialty equipment.

• Keeps abreast of uses of various medical devices. Ensures that patients have been prepared for procedures.

• Verifies that rooms are adequately stocked and periodically checks inventories of emergency supplies.

• Provides quality care to patients during procedures. Assists with patient and family education.

• May support or assist in research and related activities. Demonstrates an adequate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.

• Provides more complex technical care necessary to meet identified patient needs. Assists with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in appropriate time sequence.

• Acts as a resource for students and junior techs. Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound.

• Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience with one (1) year in US.

• They must be RDMS or ARRT certified. Advanced certification as a Registered Vascular Tech preferred.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.