Eisenhower Health
Ultrasound Tech-Perinatal Specialist
Eisenhower Health, Rancho Mirage, California, United States, 92271
Job Objective:
A brief overview of the position.Provides correct and detailed patient histories and accurately interprets exams. Performs sonographic exams of the highest quality. Eisenhower Medical Center (EMC) is an ACR accredited institution.
Reports toDirector of Maternity Services
SupervisesN/A
Ages of PatientsNeonate/ InfantPediatricAdolescentAdult
Blood Borne PathogensHigh Potential
QualificationsEducationRequired: Associate's degree in Ultrasound Technology
Licensure/CertificationRequired: American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARDMS) with OB/GYN or Fetal Echocardiography specialty; American Heart Association BLSPreferred: Nuchal Translucency Certification (The Fetal Medicine Foundation or ARDMS registry)Nuchal translucency certification through NTQR or Fetal Maternal FoundationNasal Bone certificationCLEAR certification
ExperienceRequired: Three (3) years of general scanning experience including one (1) year of perinatal scanning experience
Essential ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.Uses independent judgment and systematic problem solving methods to produce high quality diagnostic information and optimize patient care.Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member.Generates reports on the PACS system (Viewpoint), works with the attending physician to visualize sonographic examination on the OB view workstations.Provides summary findings to the physician to aid in patient diagnosis and management; prepares accurate and comprehensive preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures.Reviews adequacy of images and is aware of limitations of exam due to gestational age, fetal position, or patient habitus.Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required; prepares and cleans rooms and sterilizes equipment as needed; checks equipment for optimal set-up and determines correct equipment usage.Asks for assistance and informs Perinatologist of problems as needed.Obtains appropriate medical history before patient examination and prepares patient for exam; follows department protocols for each exam.Documents any changes in patient condition using appropriate forms and contacts nurse when necessary.Keeps patient informed of exam procedures, any delays, and allows patient to ask questions regarding the procedure.Communicates on a regular basis with Perinatology and Emergency Department Physicians and staff on patient exam, delays, concerns and care.Sets up sterile trays and assists the Radiologist in invasive procedures with ultrasound guidance.and reporting all deficiencies to the immediate supervisor.Proficient in documenting appropriately in: PACS, Patient chart, required forms and billing.Covers for receptionist and tech assistant as needed.May be need to work additional shifts and different shifts as required.Enters correct charges and supplies in appropriate computer system.Gives accurate and detailed interpretations of exams.Performs other duties as assigned.
A brief overview of the position.Provides correct and detailed patient histories and accurately interprets exams. Performs sonographic exams of the highest quality. Eisenhower Medical Center (EMC) is an ACR accredited institution.
Reports toDirector of Maternity Services
SupervisesN/A
Ages of PatientsNeonate/ InfantPediatricAdolescentAdult
Blood Borne PathogensHigh Potential
QualificationsEducationRequired: Associate's degree in Ultrasound Technology
Licensure/CertificationRequired: American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARDMS) with OB/GYN or Fetal Echocardiography specialty; American Heart Association BLSPreferred: Nuchal Translucency Certification (The Fetal Medicine Foundation or ARDMS registry)Nuchal translucency certification through NTQR or Fetal Maternal FoundationNasal Bone certificationCLEAR certification
ExperienceRequired: Three (3) years of general scanning experience including one (1) year of perinatal scanning experience
Essential ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.Uses independent judgment and systematic problem solving methods to produce high quality diagnostic information and optimize patient care.Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member.Generates reports on the PACS system (Viewpoint), works with the attending physician to visualize sonographic examination on the OB view workstations.Provides summary findings to the physician to aid in patient diagnosis and management; prepares accurate and comprehensive preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures.Reviews adequacy of images and is aware of limitations of exam due to gestational age, fetal position, or patient habitus.Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required; prepares and cleans rooms and sterilizes equipment as needed; checks equipment for optimal set-up and determines correct equipment usage.Asks for assistance and informs Perinatologist of problems as needed.Obtains appropriate medical history before patient examination and prepares patient for exam; follows department protocols for each exam.Documents any changes in patient condition using appropriate forms and contacts nurse when necessary.Keeps patient informed of exam procedures, any delays, and allows patient to ask questions regarding the procedure.Communicates on a regular basis with Perinatology and Emergency Department Physicians and staff on patient exam, delays, concerns and care.Sets up sterile trays and assists the Radiologist in invasive procedures with ultrasound guidance.and reporting all deficiencies to the immediate supervisor.Proficient in documenting appropriately in: PACS, Patient chart, required forms and billing.Covers for receptionist and tech assistant as needed.May be need to work additional shifts and different shifts as required.Enters correct charges and supplies in appropriate computer system.Gives accurate and detailed interpretations of exams.Performs other duties as assigned.