Technologist-Echocardiographer PRN

Job Title

Radiology Sonographer

Job Description

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.

Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.

Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.

Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.

Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.

Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Recent experience as a Sonographer.

Education

Registered by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography ARDMS, Registered Cardiac Sonographer, or Registered Vascular Technologist RVT or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry. Proof of registry (by primary source) must be available within 60 calendar days of graduation. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Training

Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

ARDMS/CCI or new graduate who will obtain required registry/certification with 12 months of hire.; BLS WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE

Reporting Relationships

YesNo

Work Environment

Sedentary - Very light energy level - Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart

Light - Moderate energy level - Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)

Medium - High energy level - Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)

Heavy - Very high energy level - Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.

Physical Activity Requirements

Sitting: Occasional

Standing: Continuous

Walking: Continuous

Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders): Occasional

Carry objects: Continuous

Push/Pull: Continuous

Twisting: Continuous

Bending: Continuous

Reaching Forward: Continuous

Reaching Overhead: Continuous

Squat/Kneel/Crawl: Occasional

Wrist position deviation: Continuous

Pinching/fine motor activities: Occasional

Keyboard use/repetitive motion: Continuous

Sensory Requirements

Color Discrimination Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing

Accurate - Accurate - Moderate

Environmental Requirements

Blood-Borne Pathogens: Anticipated

Chemical: Anticipated

Airborne Communicable Diseases: Anticipated

Extreme Temperatures: Not Anticipated

Radiation: Anticipated

Uneven Surfaces or Elevations: Not Anticipated

Extreme Noise Levels: Not Anticipated

Dust/Particular Matter: Not Anticipated

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