Ultrasound Technician

Definition

Definition : Under Direction of a Medical Imaging Manager, the Ultrasound Technician's primary duty is to provide all imaging functions related to ultrasound . Performs high quality procedures that require diligence, initiative and independent judgment. Duties include and are not limited to performing routine image studies, monitoring the quality of studies, and ability to observe and report the need for maintenance service on equipment. This position may require providing technical and imaging support at the River People's Health Center. This job class is treated as FLSA Non-Exempt.

Essential Functions : Essential functions may vary among positions and may include the following tasks and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.

Examples of Tasks

Follows protocols requested by prescribing medical staff.

Selects equipment for use according to specifications of examination to achieve optimal results.

Confirms patient identification, order and history to ensure orders are per required specifications.

Sees patients to exam room and assists them into position using safe patient handling techniques and equipment.

Explains procedures to patients to secure maximum cooperation to obtain superior exam during imaging.

Monitors patient during the procedure to ensure safety and comfort.

Utilizes and adjusts equipment controls according to area to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.

Performs imaging and related duties with a high degree of quality and speed.

Evaluates images for technical quality, effectively demonstrates the anatomic area of interest and assures proper identification is recorded.

Evaluates images for technical quality assurance factors including image laterality marking and annotation as required by protocol.

Documents and enters patient information using EHR, as necessary.

Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and is responsible in arranging for repairs as needed. Reports equipment malfunction to the department Manager and/or clinical engineering in order to expedite repairs.

Cleans and sterilizes work area and equipment and patient exam area.

Maintains appropriate supplies on a daily basis.

Maintain strong working/collaborative relationships within facility to ensure flow and continuity of services.

Other job related duties as assigned to ensure department operation.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

• Knowledge of the history, culture, laws, rules, customs and traditions of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
• Knowledge of expectations of medical office standards, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Knowledge of physiology and cross-sectional human anatomy for both adult and pediatric care.
• Knowledge of instrument identification, radiology procedures and equipment

• Skill with strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Skill with operating complex medical equipment and computerized instruments.
• Skill in operating and cleaning of ultrasound equipment and conduct routine maintenance checks

• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgement, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, medical staff, or others in a professional manner
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of clinically trained service providers.
• Ability to meet and comply with HIPAA/Confidentiality policies and procedures and ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive patient information.
• Ability to relate to diverse cultures and specifically the Salt River Community and/or other Native American cultures and community health services.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: Associate of Science degree in diagnostic medical sonography from an ARRT-accredited radiology program required

• Successful completion of an American Registry of Diagnostic Medical sonographers exam (ARDMS) required

Experience: 2 years' experience as an Ultrasound Technician required.

Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered.

Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

Special Requirements

• May be required to work outside normal work hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
  
• Employees in, and applicants applying for, jobs providing direct services to children are subject to the "Community Code of Ordinances", Chapter 11, "Minors", Article X. "Investigation of Persons Working With Children".

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified : Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods:

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date.

The IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted .

Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.