Ultrasound Technicians typically work for hospitals, Physician’s offices or diagnostic laboratories to diagnose potential diseases, injuries or health conditions. They also use their equipment to check on the health of fetuses at different stages throughout a patient’s pregnancy. Their job is to use sonographic equipment to take pictures or videos throughout the appointment for further review by Physicians. They may also be responsible for sterilizing ultrasound equipment and exam rooms in between appointments.
Wat doet een Ultrasound Technician?
An Ultrasound Technician, or Sonographer, is responsible for using ultrasound equipment to help visualize internal anatomy functions. Their duties include calibrating and manipulating ultrasound equipment to conduct appointments, taking pictures or videos of potential abnormalities and discreetly notifying medical personnel if they identify something concerning.
Verantwoordelijkheden
Een Ultrasound Technician moet in staat zijn om verschillende taken en verantwoordelijkheden te vervullen. Hieronder staan enkele taken en verantwoordelijkheden die een Ultrasound Technician moet kunnen uitvoeren:
Use sonographic equipment to identify and observe the area(s) of concern
Prepare the exam room for examinations and assist Radiologists with vascular ultrasound procedures and ultrasound-guided biopsies
Report to the appropriate medical staff of any abnormalities that require immediate attention
Maintain sonography equipment and report machinery failure
Conduct scan tests and write reports based on the results
Manage several patients and priorities and be able to adapt to a fast-paced work environment
Benodigde vaardigheden
Een concurrerende Ultrasound Technician zal bepaalde vaardigheden en kwalificaties hebben, waaronder:
Verbal communication skills
Active listening skills
Critical thinking skills
Reading comprehension skills
Interpersonal skills
Soortgelijke aanbiedingen
Als u werft voor functies die gerelateerd zijn aan een Ultrasound Technician, bekijk dan onze functiebeschrijvingen voor vergelijkbare rollen:
