HCSS Ultrasound Technologist- Galveston

JOB SUMMARY:

** This position is for the Galveston location.**  To provide patient care and technical skills in the operation of ultrasound diagnostic equipment for diagnostic and evaluation purposes. This position works under limited supervision to provide advanced technical skills in the performance of non-invasive tests used in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular disease. Responsibilities include performing a full range of non-invasive vascular tests and related duties in patient care and academic/research environment

MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:    

• Contributes to the success of UTMB HealthCare Systems.
• Operates ultrasound equipment for data acquisition, reconstruction of images, documentation of images
• Prepares a summary of technical findings for interpretation by vascular surgeon.
• Provides preliminary technical interpretations to ordering physician(s).
• Applies the profession’s code of ethics in all aspects of practice.
• Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to

maximize productivity.

• Provides assistance to rotating students, interns, and residents
• Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images.
• Provides assistance to rotating students, interns, and residents.
• Troubleshoots equipment failures and reports such failures to the appropriate department, and notifies his/her manager
• Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
• Practices safety measures in ultrasound and Environment of Care.
• Assists the Technical Manager/Director with the maintenance of laboratory accreditation via ICAVL and JCAHO through standardized protocols.
• Participates in research projects.
• Maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times
• Is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of vascular disease and new procedures, as they evolve.
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure
• Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and/or in written form.

• Customer service orientation and values.

• Ability to negotiate solutions and outcomes.

• Team player.

• Ability to maximize people and financial resources.

• Ability to work in partnership with management and staff.