Performs sonographic imaging and related procedures to assist in diagnosis and treatment of patients. Performs radiographic images, if certified.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct patient care and evaluates outcomes.
- Performs medical and echo/vascular imaging services according to policy and procedure and as directed by a physician to demonstrate structures for interpretation and/or therapeutic interpretation.
- Prepares and positions patient to best demonstrate the anatomical area of interest, respecting the patient's ability and comfort.
- If certified, properly determines exposure techniques and factors for radiography.
- Performs imaging examinations and DICOM procedures using appropriate protocols established by the medical director.
- Determines ultrasound frequencies and appropriate transducers for the anatomic area of interest.
- Ensures that all requested examinations are completed prior to releasing the patient.
- Completes reporting according to CVIS (Cardiovascular Information Management System) and PACS (picture archiving and communication system) workflow.
- Maintains quality control and quality assurance.
- Corroborates and documents patient's clinical history with the procedure.
- Evaluates images for technical quality; assuring proper patient identification, positioning, and all required documentation is recorded.
- Participates in quality assessments and improvement plans.
- Maintains all equipment in proper working order and reports any malfunction.
- Communicates patient health care needs to the appropriate health care provider.
- Provides accurate and timely documentation in patient care records per policy and standard procedures.
- Communicates variances and/or significant events to appropriate healthcare provider according to guidelines.
- Participates in team conferences and/or care coordination activities.
Qualifications
Education:
- Graduate of an accredited ultrasound training program; Graduate from an AMA Radiologic Technology program
Experience:
Licensure:
- Board Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS) in Sonography Principles and Instrumentation, and a minimum of the following discipline- OB/GYN, Breast or Abdomen OR Certificate by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiology and possess an valid Mississippi license
