Ames, IA, 50012, USA
13 days ago
Ultrasound Technologist
+ Position Summary + Under general supervision, obtains sonographic images for diagnostic purposes. Ultrasound Technologists ensure all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support patient centered care. + Position Responsibilities + Unit Specific Position Responsibilities + Operates, cleans and generally maintains ultrasound equipment. + Assists in recording reports and examinations. + Performs all duties of Ultrasound Technologist. (per scope of practice) + Performs related work per orientation and position competency checklists and skills validation. + Performs other assigned duties. + Assures safe, therapeutic environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff. + Participates and maintains quality improvement initiatives to promote positive patient outcomes. + Assists patient, families, and visitors with various needs and utilizes specific communication tools to enhance customer service. + Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures on neonatal through geriatric patients. + Gathers and records pertinent patient history to aid in interpreting sonographic data. + Gathers and records significant anatomical information to aide in diagnosis. + Improvises ultrasound procedure when needed to obtain accurate and complete data. + Responsible for on call duties as scheduled + Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience + Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education): + Completion of a ultrasound training program or 12 months of ultrasound work experience. + Mandatory Reporter training within 90 days of hire and must maintain throughout employment. + Organizational Requirements: + Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements. + Preferred Qualifications: + None Specified + Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience: + Knowledge of routine ultrasound proce¬dures and associated anatomy; knowledge of records to be maintained. + Ability to perform ultrasound procedures; ability to operate, clean and generally maintain ultrasound equipment. + Skill in providing diagnostic ultrasound services. + Knowledge of basic arithmetic, algebra and geometry and their applications + Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. + Active Listening skills, giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. + Ability to demonstrate clinical competence and maintain current knowledge in caring for adolescent through geriatric patients. + Skill in effective oral and written communication in English. + Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience: + None Specified
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