Medical Instrument Technician (Diagnostic Ultrasound)

Ultrasound Technician Duties include but are not limited to: Performs ultrasound examinations in the various medical ultrasound procedures to include the abdomen, pelvis, neck, chest, extremities and retroperitoneal space, for the purpose of acquiring high quality examinations that assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical disorders. Performs Intra-Operative Ultrasound examinations to assist the provider in procedures in a surgical environment. Capable of Basic Life Support interventions if needed and will maintain an up-to-date BLS certificate. Makes multiple simultaneous settings and adjustments in operation of equipment to ensure accurate results. Develops and maintains patient prep procedures so that patients and wards understand the proper preparations for ultrasound examinations in an effort to minimize delays of examinations. Distributes ultrasound examinations and related information to the radiologist responsible for the interpretation of the exams. Independently interpret and carry out the requests made by physicians. Prepares room, equipment and materials needed for patient procedures. Uses left and right anatomical annotation markers. Other duties as assigned.