Ultrasound Specialty Technologist

Under indirect supervision, performs all duties associated with acquisition, processing, submission for interpretation and archiving of general and specialized ultrasound images. Responsible for the care of the patient while in the ultrasound department. Performs portable US exams based on provider order and/or patient condition. Key responsibilities include: Positioning patients and selecting appropriate protocol to demonstrate anatomy of area of interest based on accepted General US and advanced ultrasound/sonography principles such as Pediatric US, Vascular US and Breast US. Judging diagnostic quality of finished medical images and processing preliminary reports and/or work sheets prior to submission to physician for interpretation. Identifying and documenting any limitations to the sonography examination. Customizing each patient exam based on accepted ultrasound/sonography principles to optimize the diagnostic value of each specific imaging encounter. Applying independent judgment during the sonography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images. Assisting radiologist with US guidance for advanced specialty US procedure such as biopsies or aspirations as needed. Reviewing all diagnostic ultrasound requests for appropriateness based on clinical information provided. Providing relevant patient history and/or codes for all ultrasound procedures based on facility requirements. Performing clerical responsibilities associated with acquisition, processing and archiving of patient record. Offering detailed explanation of diagnostic procedures to patients prior and answering questions as appropriate. Observing patient while in ultrasound for change in status and making appropriate intervention or contacting primary care givers for instruction. Identifying and correcting problems as appropriate with all critical occurrences reported to the next level of authority. Maintaining all required continuing education and applicable certifications as an ultrasound technologist. Ensuring equipment is maintained to assure conformance of specific operational standards including US equipment and Trophon if applicable. Requirements include: High School or GED Diploma Graduate. Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, vascular or cardiovascular ultrasound program, or BS in Ultrasound. Minimum one year experience in a Specialty area of Vascular US, Breast US or Pediatric US. Registered Sonographer through ARDMS or ARRT. Registered or registry eligible through ARDMS as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), Registered Breast US technologist or Registered Pediatric US technologist. Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more. Benefits include: Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Advocate Health is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

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