Ultrasound Technologist
Description
MERCY HEALTH JOB DESCRIPTION
The Ultrasound Technologist Follows established protocols and guidelines while performing a wide variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures. Responsible for the production of high quality diagnostic images needed to provide physicians with clinical data to aid in establishing a diagnosis. Explains patient preparation, patient scheduling, procedure instructions and process to patients. Communicates and works with Radiologists and physicians in a manner that improves patient care.
Education
Minimum: Graduate of a two-year program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP)
Preferred: Bachelor's degree from an accredited CAAHEP program
Credentials/Licensure
Minimum: Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. Certification or re-certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within three months of hire. Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) (RDCS for Cardiac) with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS in OB or AB and Vascular RVT Certification) or able to attain credentials within 1 year of hire. Once registered, must maintain registry status in compliance with the CE requirements of their certifying organization for the imaging modality in which they perform services.
Preferred: Registry in OB, AB and RVT
Related Experience
Minimum: N/A
Preferred: One or more years of ultrasound experience.
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