Registered Ultrasound Technologist

Overview Performs ultrasound imaging studies in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines. Prepares

and transports patients as necessary.

Prepares imaging equipment, room, and images, as need for interpretation

Verifies and completes studies in RIS and PACS

Maintains Quality Control on Equipment as Instructed.

Special Instructions Ultrasound Technologist for the ARH Medical Center

Responsibilities

• Performs such exams as abdominal echoes, renal, aorta, thyroid, pelvic, obstetrical, bio physical profiles,

vascular studies, testicular and breasts. Color flow studies, doppler studies, renal biopsies and fluid collections

of localized areas.

• Checks all images with the radiologist; consults with the radiologist about the reading of scans

and reports.

• Provides written, unofficial reports of examinations.
• Takes representative anatomical pictures, recognizes normal versus abnormal anatomy,

and exhibits knowledge of various pathological processes.

• Marks images for proper definition and explanation.
• Available for on call status, as needed.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general

safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.

• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow

employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.

• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and

intradepartmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives.

Qualifications Education (experience can be substituted for education)

Associate's Degree Associate Degree in Sonography from approved program

• OR Associate Degree in Radiology from approved program, minimumally Required

Work Experience (education can be substituted for experience)

Up To 1 Year Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Basic Computer Skills

Must be able to meet hospital on-call requirements

Licenses and Certifications

Registered or Registry eligible in Ultrasound,

with requirement to become Registered within

18 months Required

CPR Required