Ultrasound Technologist-Certified- CMH Perinatology
Company: CARLE
Location: Pesotum
Posted on: May 27, 2023
Job Description:
To perform routine and specialized examinations in Ultrasound;
adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic
results; prepare patients for examinations. This requires
independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain specific
diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist.
- Clinical Excellence/Patient Care- Performs ultrasound
procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete
examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and
standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ageso
Exhibits competency in performing ultrasound procedureso Images
required views demonstrating appropriate anatomy and pathologyo
Knowledgeable of catheters, biopsy instruments and sterile trays
and prepares these items as necessaryo Obtains accurate histories
and explains rationale for procedure to patients/familieso Enhances
image quality through the use of appropriate transducers and
machine settingso Evaluates the finished images to ensure
diagnostic exams are being submitted to the radiologistso Maintains
quality care throughout the procedureo Assess the abdominal
arterial & venous system using color imaging
- Clinical Excellence- Maintains working knowledge of equipment
in order to function in all areas of ultrasound.o All ultrasound
equipment within the Medical Imaging Ultrasound department at both
the hospital & Diagnostic Centero Technically knowledgeable of
equipment operation including hardware and softwareo Performs
reasonable trouble shootingo Reports equipment problems through
appropriate channels & documents on board for all staff
notificationo Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all
supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories
assigned to that roomo Reports equipment problems through
appropriate channelso Invasive Procedureso Able to document area of
concerno Set up trays with sterile field for radiologisto Assists
radiologist with biopsyo Orders labs and pathology tests under the
direction of a radiologist
- Relationship Building- Performs support functions of the
Medical Imaging department to ensure patient expectations and needs
are met and assumes personal responsibility for training fellow
technologists/students.o Promptly processes images and paperwork to
ensure timely turn around in providing a report to the physician's
officeo Fills out all appropriate paperwork to facilitate timely
and accurate reportingo Maintains and coordinates patient flow to
ensure efficient and expedient patient careo Promptly and
accurately enters patient information into HIS system to ensure
efficient patient throughputo Activates the check in documentation
on patients in a timely manner to ensure accuracy of the patient's
information in the HIS systemo Accurately completes all fields in
the HIS STAR Radiology system, i.e. number of films repeated,
contrast reaction, exam data entry, start and stop times of examso
Maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programso Shares knowledge and guides
fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and
procedureso Displays a professional attitude in the area toward
fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and
creating productive learning environmento Assists Lead Technologist
in teaching ultrasound procedures to fellow
technologists/students
- Basic Performance Criteria - Demonstrates the -Carle Health
Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies
and procedures and safety guidelines. Demonstrates ability to meet
business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required
for the position. Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC,
DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding
healthcare. Completes all annual education and competency
requirements within the calendar year. Is knowledgeable of hospital
and department compliance requirements for federally funded
healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud,
waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding
compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative
staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by depa
Keywords: CARLE, Champaign , Ultrasound Technologist-Certified- CMH Perinatology, Other , Pesotum, Illinois
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