- Performs all ultrasound examinations ranging from the routine to the highly specialized. Performance requires proper alignment and position of the patient.
- Sets up/adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducer to perform exam.
- Responsible for obtaining pertinent diagnostic examinations through knowledge of both normal and abnormal human anatomy and pathology.
- Procedures include sonographic guidance for biopsies of multiple body areas to include the prostate, breast, thyroid and other superficial areas. This requires performance and knowledge of sterile technique and strict enforcement.
- Knows and understands principles of ultrasound and highly specialized equipment well enough to essentially approve the acceptability or rejectability of each scan. This includes: preparation and supplies, scanning motions, TCG (Time Compensated Gain), zoom or expansion, hard copy, picture-oriented examination, organ-oriented examination and initial interpretation the examination.
- Interpreting examination requires identifying normal and pathologic appearances. Pathologic appearance includes: intraluminal echoes that shadow, polyp, carcinoma, thick wall, size, obstructing lesions, common duct stone, tumor, benign strictures, texture, solid mass, cystic mass to name just a few. Initial interpretation will be forward by the Ultrasound Technologist to the Radiologist before final interpretation is made.
- Controls technical factors on ultrasound unit, which will affect time, gain, amplitude, velocity, frequency, attenuation, absorption, reflection, scattering, refraction and diffraction. Selects between a multitude of transducers and determines the appropriate one for each exam and eventuality.
- Advises radiologist or referring physician of results of exams.
- Receives and identifies patients, explains methods of procedures, assists movement of patients to and from wheelchairs, carts and tables, positions the patient, and performs examinations requested. Coordinates and performs all examination scheduling. Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and triages priorities to accommodate them. Maintains records of patients treated, exams performed, scans taken, etc.
- Maintains a quality assurance program of all ultrasound scanning equipment, monitors, etc. Performs preventative maintenance as required.
- Will provide performance-related information to the Ultrasound Supervisor and/or Chief Technologist relating to work and workload data of the Ultrasound Section. Maintains records of patients examined, examination performed scans taken and technical data used.
- In the performance of official duties, the employee has regular access to print and electronic files containing sensitive data, which must be protected under the provision of the Privacy Act of 1974, and other applicable laws, federal regulations, Department of Veterans Affairs' statutes and policy. The employee is responsible for 1) protecting that data from unauthorized release or from loss, alteration, or unauthorized deletion and 2) following applicable regulations and instruction regarding access to computerized files, release of access codes, etc., as set out in a computer access agreement which the employee signs. Work Schedule : Every other Saturday and Sunday; 7:00am - 5:30pm and every Thursday; 7:00am - 5:30pm
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Medical Instrument Technician - Minneapolis, United States - Veterans Health Administration
Description
Summary
The position must be competent in the production, use, recognition, and analysis of ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment. The sonographer is regarded as the expert source of all ultrasound imaging, and the interpreting radiologist relies heavily on the skills, knowledge, and abilities of the sonographers in providing a final interpretation. Within this specialization there is a diverse range of ultrasound imaging sub-specialties.Duties
This announcement is open continuous. Certificates will be issued to the hiring manager on a weekly basis until all positions have been filled. Announcement will remain open until all vacancies are filled, and may close sooner than 9/30/2024.Major Duties Include, but are not limited to the following:
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): A relocation/recruitment incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of existing pay, higher or unique qualifications, or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 .
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Telework : Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement # : 000000
Fi nancial Disclosure Report: Not required
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