- Provides quality care to the patients receiving US Scan, diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.
- Communicates patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.
- Ensures documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care. Properly operates imaging and specialty equipment.
- Keeps abreast of uses of various medical devices. Ensures that patients have been prepared for procedures.
- Verifies that rooms are adequately stocked and periodically checks inventories of emergency supplies.
- Provides quality care to patients during procedures. Assists with patient and family education. May support or assist in research and related activities.
- Demonstrates an adequate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
- Provides more complex technical care necessary to meet identified patient needs.
- Assists with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in appropriate time sequence.
- Acts as a resource for students and junior techs. Performs related responsibilities as required.
- Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound.
- Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience with one (1) year in US.
- They must be RDMS or ARRT certified.
- Advanced certification as a Registered Vascular Tech preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
Ultrasound Tech II - Atlanta, United States - Emory Healthcare/Emory University
Description
Description
Shift: 8:30a-5:00p
Location:
Winship Emory Midtown
JOB DESCRIPTION:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.
Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:
Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required.
Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.Connect With Us
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Division _Emory Univ Hosp-Midtown_
Campus Location _Atlanta, , 30308_
Campus Location _Atlanta_
Department _WEM Radiology Ultrasound_
Job Type _Regular Full-Time_
Job Number _122936_
Job Category _Imaging & Radiology_
Schedule _8:30a-5p_
Standard Hours _40 Hours_
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