Ultrasound Technician
Company: Advance Care Medical Urgent Care
Location: Chattanooga
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
Years Experience Less than 1 year Salary $35 - $50 Hourly NEW
GRADUATES ACCEPTED FULLTIME AND PART-TIME We are looking for a
compassionate and skilled Ultrasound Technician to be responsible
for operating sonographic scanners to capture images of patients'
internal organs and expectant mothers' developing fetuses. The
ultrasound technician may specialize or work in a broad array of
specialties including obstetric and gynecological ultrasounds, and
neurological, breast, heart, or abdominal sonography. You may also
assist radiologists with vascular ultrasound procedure and
ultrasound-guided biopsies. To be a successful ultrasound
technician, you should have excellent patient service and technical
skills, as well as a strong working knowledge of anatomy and
pathology. You should have strong problem-solving, decision-making,
and time management skills. Ultrasound Technician Responsibilities:
Explaining the ultrasound procedure to patients, answering their
questions, and providing support. Spreading the ultrasound gel on
the surface of patients' bodies over the internal area to be
imaged. Programming and adjusting the scanner for the specific
procedure and ensuring the transducer captures images from every
angle or section as needed. Deciding which still images, or
sonograms, to capture and present to the Physician for diagnostic
purposes. Evaluating the images for quality and interpreting the
images to assist the Physicians in diagnosing and treating
diseases. Presenting the images and your preliminary findings to
the Physicians. Maintaining patients' records and medical notes on
the ultrasound procedure they have undergone. Maintaining the
ultrasound equipment and sterilizing the procedure rooms. Assisting
Radiologists with vascular ultrasound procedures and
ultrasound-guided biopsies. Ultrasound Technician Requirements: New
graduates welcome, we will train. An industry certification to
practice may be advantageous. The ability to remain focused in a
fast-paced environment. The flexibility to work long shifts. Strong
critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well
as sensitivity to patients' problems. Good problem-solving and
decision-making skills. Employment Type: Part Time Years
Experience: Less than 1 year Salary: $30 - $50 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No
Keywords: Advance Care Medical Urgent Care, Chattanooga , Ultrasound Technician, Professions , Chattanooga, Tennessee
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