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Covenant Health · 3 months ago

Ultrasound Tech II

Morristown, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Covenant Health is a healthcare provider with a focus on patient care and advanced medical services. The Ultrasound Tech II performs routine and specialized ultrasound procedures, ensuring high-quality imaging and maintaining a safe environment for patients.

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Responsibilities

Performs procedures or examinations under the order of a licensed medical practitioner for diagnostic interpretation

Ensure the sonography examination order is complete, contains relevant information

Conduct patient clinical assessment

Obtains and documents pertinent clinical information and technical findings for review by physician for order clarification and follow-through

Identifies and documents any limitations to the sonography examination. Reviews examination images, synthesize examination results, and prepare preliminary findings for physician prior to physician interpretation

Documents any incidental findings that might impact patient safety or patient care

Demonstrates competency in critical thinking skills, including demonstration of competency in addressing the age-specific needs of the patient population served

Follows established processes for supply charging, stock maintenance and vendor ordering

Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of an ACR accredited Ultrasound Department and related equipment to produce high quality ultrasound images

Selects appropriate associated equipment/data manipulation to achieve desired results with factors influencing data acquisition

Technically proficient in the operation and quality control aspects of scanning and image recording equipment specific to the assigned work area

Identifies and screens patient. Obtains patient history, completes and verifies accurate consents, informed consent and/or permits as needed

Performs quality imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocols. Assists physicians with US procedures when needed

Follows the Joint Commission procedures regarding medication preparation/usage on patient for minimally invasive procedures

Follow policy regarding time out prior to minimally invasive procedures being performed

Practices aseptic technique and uses universal precautions

Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes

Provides patient instructions/education to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety during exams

Positions patients for ultrasound imaging using immobilization and protective equipment to minimize risk to patient, self and others

Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest, respecting the patient’s ability, safety and comfort

Provides for psychological and physical needs of patients for ultrasound imaging procedures. Proficient in patient assessment and monitoring

Provides patient services consistent with the Scope of Practice and Clinical Standards for Diagnostic Sonographer

Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures and assists patients, families, practitioners and visitors, as needed

Completes required education assignments annually

Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested

Proficient in required data entry, record maintenance and statistical data

Maintains patient’s confidential records, reports and files, following established HIPAA guidelines

Stays current in Basic Life Support (BLS) and performs BLS as needed

Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Ultrasound proceduresARDMS certificationPatient assessmentBLS certificationQuality controlInfection preventionPatient educationCritical thinking

Required

Must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority at the time license and/or certification was granted

Clinical training appropriate to the specified modality and registered in at least one (1) ultrasound modality

Must have and maintain ARDMS, ARRT (S), ARRT (BS), ARRT (VS), or CCI licensure

State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines