Ultrasound Technologist II

Description

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Summary:

Performs a variety of breast specific screening and diagnostic sonograms in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts ultrasound screening, ensuring both the safe function of equipment and pursuing the best quality imaging from the procedure.

• Reads and comprehends imaging order, engaging with radiologist when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review.

• Interviews patients to understand risk factors and prior medical history components that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety

• Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using extensive knowledge of human anatomy, pathology and the capabilities/limitations of both hardware and specific imaging sequences.

• Guides patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam. Sets expectations and calms patient for effective imaging.

• Precepts entry-level staff and orients new colleagues. Collaborate and plan the workday and patient flow with colleagues.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited program in Ultrasound imaging

• A.R.D.M.S. registration required. Must have advanced certification in Breast. This advanced certification is above initial registry requirement of ABD/OB.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred

• Three (3) years of experience in breast imaging

Job Details

Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC

Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: Ultrasound

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: PARDEEHOSP

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.