Hartford HealthCare
Location
Torrington, Connecticut
The Ultrasound Technologist performs diagnostic procedures using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structure, providing quality images for physician interpretation across various modalities including abdominal, pelvic, and Doppler studies. Responsibilities involve positioning patients, selecting correct scanning sequences, ensuring technical quality according to ACR standards, and accurately inputting all relevant data into EMR, RIS, and PACS systems.
Candidates must be a graduate of an Accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program specializing in Sonography and must obtain credentialing from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) prior to hire or transfer, with new graduates being considered. Proficiency is required in real-time scanning, color flow, Doppler, transvaginal procedures, biopsies, and interventional procedures.
Performs ultrasound diagnostic procedures by positioning patients, selecting appropriate transducers and correct scanning sequences to produce an accurate image in order to assist the physician in diagnosis and treatment. Provides and ensures optimal technical quality and accuracy of all Ultrasound examinations according to the American College of Radiology (ACR) standards & FDA quality control requirements. Assembles sterile trays and assumes scrub duties as necessary. Accurately inputs data into electronic medical record, RIS and PACS to capture necessary information regarding exams, supply charges, resource allocations, as well as all relevant clinical information. Transfers correctly annotated images into PACS. Organizes processed images, measurements, calculations and other data in a logical sequence for presentation to the physician for interpretation. Consults with physicians as requested regarding the quality of images and data obtained Obtains all relevant patient information, and assesses physician's order and/or requisition for completeness by reviewing the clinical information, pertinent laboratory results and patient's chart to ensure the correct procedure is performed and proper patient preparation is administered on the correct patient, to procure an accurate diagnosis. Perform other related duties as required.
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