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This job performs various diagnostic ultrasound examinations under the direction of a radiologist in the outpatient and inpatient environment. Compiles history and diagnostic information from the Ultrasound examination and presents the Radiologist with preliminary sonographic findings.Education
Required - High School diploma or equivalent
Work Experience
Required - None.
Certifications
Required - Certification by The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the areas of Abdominal and OB-Gyn ultrasound or Cardiac Sonography
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) Certification within two years of hire
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Job Duties
• Utilizes consistent techniques to accurately gather relevant information from the patient, medical record, significant others and health care providers.
• Selects appropriate equipment and set-up based on procedure protocol, specifications and standards.
• Selects, prepares and sets up ultrasound equipment and supplies including transducers.
• Performs timely and appropriate inspections to ensure equipment is properly calibrated in accordance with manufacturer and/or department protocol and guidelines.
• Corrects persistent coding issues with referring providers and departments.
• Demonstrates responsibility for professional development and learning map.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.