Ultrasound Technologist II

• Shift: Varied, 8 hours per shift
• Schedule: Varied
• Hours per week: Varied - Per Diem
• Benefits Status: Not Eligible
• Department: Ultrasound

The Ultrasonographer II is responsible for assessments, procedures and care for the patient with medical uses of Ultrasonography.

• Performs patient assessments, review symptoms and explains procedure to performed
• Provides comfort measures during testing
• Ensures proper documentation of exam and procedure and maintains accurate patient records
• Recognizes various pathological states and knows how to alter the exam to make an appropriate diagnosis
• Reports abnormalities to the physician reading the study as well as the referring physician
• Ability to set up and operate equipment and transducers appropriately
• Actively participates in in-service and continuing education programs, maintaining required CEU credits required by ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography)
• Works effectively with students and is cooperative in teaching the concepts and skills involved in sonography
• Demonstrates the ability to perform functions accurately and efficiently with computer software application appropriate to position
• Takes responsibility for inventory and stocking supplies in assigned areas
• Assists in aspects of patient care including transportation
• Provides input for equipment and supply decisions
• Detects, reports to supervisor, and contacts repair person for equipment malfunctions
• Assumes responsibility for portions of department quality assurance and improvement program
• Performs all PACs, clerical, scheduling, and filing functions
• Pursues continuing education
• Assists other departments within Medical Imaging

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Medical Sonography
• :Board certification required in two to three areas of specialty which includes but not limited to:
  • Vascular
  • Abdomen
  • OB/GYN
  • Breast
  • Musculoskeletal
• Annual recertification from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers is required (ARDMS)
• Participation in continuing education programs
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Must be CPR certified within three (3) months of hire
• Requires ability to work independently and to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply proper procedures to BHS policies
• On call required with reporting for duty within 30 minutes
• Reporting Relationship:
  • Clinical Manager/Director of Medical Imaging
• Must adhere to established health system and Medical Imaging department policies, rules, and regulations
• Maintains ethical conduct and keeps confidential personal and medical information about patients

The mission of Beloit Health System, Inc. is to be the leader in regional health and wellness services that delivers high quality value and satisfaction to our patients and communities we serve.

Beloit Health System requires the employee to maintain integrity as a fully engaged employee. Each employee will perform in a manner which ensures delivery of the highest quality of medical services and patient satisfaction. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each patient, visitor, and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of personas assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements