Description

Shift: Varied Shifts

Location: Emory Decatur Hospital

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs and or vasculature using ultrasound equipment to assist physicians in the diagnosis of diseases and in the study of malfunctioning organs.

• Prepares equipment and patients for procedures and conducts procedures with proper sterile technique.

• Provides quality care to patients having US scans and invasive procedures. Explains procedures to patients/families to reduce their anxiety and to obtain patient cooperation.

• Discusses test results with a supervisor or attending physician. Responsible for completing all aspects of patient care documentation as required in imaging services.

• Completes procedures in Radiology Information System to ensure billing of exams/procedure.

• Prepares billing sheet and is responsible for bar-coding charges into inventory management system.

• Provides instruction to students and other medical professionals. Communicates and explains various procedures to the patient/family.

• Adheres to all safety requirements for ultrasound and radiation. Processes all required paper work, has knowledge of supplies, and stocks rooms.

• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a student in good standing within 60 days of graduation from an accredited school of Ultrasound and at a minimum be registry-eligible with American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) in Sonography.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

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Division Emory Decatur Hospital

Campus Location Decatur, GA, 30033

Campus Location US-GA-Decatur

Department DEC-Diagnostic Breast Center

Job Type PRN / Registry

Job Number 126886

Job Category Imaging & Radiology

Schedule Other

Standard Hours 4 Hours

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