Chief Ultrasound Technologist jobs in Lebanon, PA

• Prepares patients for examination.
• Explains procedures to patients while performing studies.
• Correlates patient's clinical history with test to be performed.
• Consults with physician regarding patient's previous history and decision of appropriate ultrasonic procedures required.
• Performs obstetrical ultrasound studies, including targeted scans and fetal echocardiography.
• First trimester screen, biophysical profiles, umbilical, and MCA Dopplers.
• Operates complex ultrasound equipment pertinent to departmental needs and equipment operating standards.
• Selects proper transducer frequency and study type for performance of the examination.
• Recognizes the significance of all structures that are visualized.
• Differentiates artifact from normal or pathological processes.
• Determines if the anatomy is normal or abnormal.
• Delineates the abnormality and extends the scope of the study, if appropriate.
• Provides technical and nursing aid for procedures.
• Assists physicians with invasive procedures.
• Participates with physicians in diagnostic impression.
• Contributes technical and professional knowledge to the final diagnostic impression or report.
• Performs quality control tests of equipment.
• Immediately notifies the technical specialist of irregularities.
• Notifies the technical specialist or appropriate maintenance personnel of equipment malfunctions according to procedure.
• Maintains positive interpersonal relations with patients, physicians, employees, other departments and vendors.
• Maintains Image and Data archiving.
• Communicates and works as a team player with clinic support nursing for the benefit of the patient.
• Schedules and completes Ultrasound exam in the radiology information system and picture archiving communication system.
• Ensures compliance with all mandated regulations set forth by Joint Commission, Department of Health, and Infection Control.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.