Ultrasound Tech
Core
Operates ultrasonic equipment to perform diagnostic procedures including abdominal, pelvic, vascular, and intervention sonograms, assisting physicians in sterile procedures like biopsies.
Role type
Ultrasound Technologist (Diagnostic Imaging)
Builds
Diagnostic imaging exams and sterile procedural support for patients
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Imaging
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Ultrasound physics and instrumentation knowledge, Anatomy and cross-sectional anatomy, Medical terminology, Sterile technique, Patient positioning, Quality assurance testing, Equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
Maternal fetal medicine experience, Pediatric/adolescent/geriatric patient care
Technologies
Ultrasonic diagnostic equipment, Biopsy instrumentation
Responsibilities
Operate ultrasound equipment for diagnostic exams, Assist physicians in needle and renal biopsies, Coordinate patient scheduling, Maintain and test diagnostic equipment, Review patient history and clinical data, Explain procedures to patients
Seniority
Mid-level, independent practitioner