Job Description

Technologist, Ultrasound at Kaiser Permanente summary:

An Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic sonographic examinations using ultrasonic equipment to capture critical anatomical and pathological data. Responsibilities include scheduling tests, documenting patient history, operating imaging equipment, ensuring image quality, and preparing results for radiologist interpretation. The role requires adherence to safety and infection control standards, patient education, and collaboration with healthcare providers to ensure quality care.

Job Summary:

Ultrasound Technologist -performs diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasonic equipment to locate, evaluate and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data. Schedules and coordinates tests, records test results, and prepares and maintains operational logs.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs Ultrasound Examinations.


• Documents patient assessment and history.


• Provides patient education.


• Operates computer and ultrasound equipment for image production and documentation.


• Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.


• Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal images.


• Enters and properly completes all patient information including exam charges and supplies into the Radiology Information System (RIS).


• Prepares films for interpretation by the radiologist in an accurate and timely manner.


• Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to unique needs of the department and respond appropriately.


• Communicate abnormal situations to proper sources in a way that facilitates resolution and/or tracking.


• Actively engages other health care providers (radiologist, surgeons, specialist, and mammographers) to ensure quality, continuity and appropriateness of care.


• Follows department procedures/processes/policies.


• Practices safety measures in radiography by adhering to all governing regulations.


• Follows universal precautions, infection control guidelines and sterile technique.


• Complies with all governing regulations.


• Stocks and cleans exam rooms/work areas.


• Other duties as assigned.


• Applies the professions code of ethics in all aspects of practice.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Minimum one (1) year experience in Ultrasonography a minimum (will only accept new graduates from KPGA affiliated ultrasound program educational institutions).

Education

• Graduate of AMA approved Ultrasonography Program.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate

• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements:

• Basic PC (keyboarding & navigation) skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum two (2) years experience in Ultrasonography preferred.
• Customer service aptitude demonstrated through Customer Service Assessment.

Keywords:

ultrasound technologist, diagnostic sonography, medical imaging, patient assessment, radiology information system, ultrasonic equipment, image quality control, patient education, infection control, healthcare collaboration

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