Job Description
Performs the necessary job duties to provide high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and exceptional customer service.
Job Duties:
- Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations in accordance with physician orders and established departmental protocols.
- Performs general ultrasound examinations, including abdominal, small parts, obstetric, gynecological, vascular, and other specialty studies as appropriate.
- Performs transthoracic echocardiograms and other cardiac ultrasound procedures as required.
- Operates ultrasound imaging equipment and associated devices.
- Selects appropriate imaging techniques and adjusts equipment settings to obtain optimal diagnostic images.
- Positions and assists patients as needed to obtain quality examinations while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
- Evaluates ultrasound images for technical quality and completeness prior to submission for interpretation.
- Assists physicians with ultrasound-guided procedures as needed.
- Maintains patient records and accurately documents examinations in the electronic medical record and PACS.
- Practices infection prevention and maintains aseptic technique as appropriate.
- Assumes responsibility for the physical and psychological needs of patients while in the Medical Imaging Department.
- Recognizes emergency situations and initiates appropriate life support measures when necessary.
- Maintains ultrasound equipment and reports equipment malfunctions promptly.
- Maintains an orderly, clean, and safe work environment.
- Assumes responsibility for assigned work areas.
- Promotes a climate conducive to learning for co-workers and students.
- Assists personnel with patient care as needed.
- Rotates schedules within the department and other shifts as required.
- Assists and/or transports patients using wheelchair or stretcher as conditions warrant.
- Is able to safely lift up to 50 pounds using proper body mechanics.
- Requests assistance when needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. Current registration with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required. Registry in Abdomen (AB) and Obstetrics/Gynecology (OB/GYN) preferred. Registry in Adult Echocardiography (AE) and/or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) preferred.
Training/Experience:
Minimum of three (3) years of diagnostic medical sonography experience preferred. Experience performing general ultrasound examinations and echocardiography is required.
Skills/Qualifications:
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Echocardiography
- Patient Care
- Medical Imaging Equipment
- Infection Control
- Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Verbal Communication
- Organization and Time Management
- Professionalism
- Customer Focus
- Confidentiality
- Bedside Manner
- Medical Teamwork
Job Information
Employment Type
Full-time
Location
Cochran
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Bleckley Memorial Hospital is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to the residents of Cochran and the surrounding communities. As a community-focused healthcare organization, we take pride in delivering personalized care while fostering a supportive, family-oriented workplace where employees are valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference every day. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, and service has made us a trusted healthcare provider for generations.
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