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Shift: Mon-Fri, Sat, Sun, (Days Vary), Shifts Vary, 12:30am-11:30pm Posting #: 1031063 Employee Type: PRN Position Summary This position performs a variety of ultrasound imaging procedures to provide data for diagnosis and monitoring of disease and injuries in accordance with all applicable standards, regulations, and licensing requirements. Requires competency in a variety of equipment and technology. Performs duties in a range of acute care pediatric-centered settings. Position Duties Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations on patients for interpretation by a radiologist. Determines proper technique and positioning to ensure optimal results in accordance with all applicable standards, protocols, and procedures. Follows department triage guidelines based on patient acuity and exam prioritization. Maintains a safe environment for patients and families, and advocates appropriately. Identifies and troubleshoots machine malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations of ultrasound equipment. Reports service needs and preventive maintenance issues as appropriate. Creates a detailed report to include pertinent medical history, ultrasound findings, and measurements for presentation to interpreting physicians. Report is clear, concise, and grammatically correct. Interacts professionally and projects a positive image of the ultrasound team. Provides ultrasound safety information to patients, families, and all other affected parties to ensure thorough understanding of the study being performed. Maintains professional and technical competency through the continual pursuit of knowledge and self‑improvement by remaining apprised of current literature, practices, and new developments in the field of ultrasound. Performs finalizing functions using radiology information system (RIS) to facilitate timely and accurate results and charge capture. Archives records in accordance with Radiologist(s) specifications. Participates in re‑stocking and room turnover to provide efficient, effective, and safe department operations. Follows established infection prevention policies and procedures for proper transducer cleaning. Performs miscellaneous job‑related duties as requested. Position Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program (Required). Experience Completion of an ultrasound clinical rotation through an ultrasound program (Required). Previous pediatric experience (Preferred). Special Skills Ability to work independently and in a team environment, both within the department and within the organization, to provide the best family‑centered care through effective communication and operational efficiency (Required). Additional Requirements ARDMS registered in at least one of the following: OB/GYN, Abdomen, Neuro, Vascular, Pediatrics, Musculoskeletal (Required). Vascular registry required within 12 months of hire (RVT preferred over RVS) (Required). Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association (Required). Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential Physical Requirement – Climbing – Frequently Physical Requirement – Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) – Frequently Physical Requirement – Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) – Constantly Physical Requirement – Hearing – Constantly Physical Requirement – Pushing/pulling – Constantly Physical Requirement – Reaching – Constantly Physical Requirement – Sitting – Frequently Physical Requirement – Standing – Frequently Physical Requirement – Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling – Constantly Physical Requirement – Talking – Constantly Physical Requirement – Tasting/smelling – Frequently Physical Requirement – Walking – Constantly Physical Requirement – Near Vision – Constantly Physical Requirement – Far Vision – Constantly Physical Requirement – Color Discrimination – Occasionally Physical Requirement – Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment – Constantly Physical Requirement – Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance – Constantly Physical Requirement – Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance – Constantly Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Inside office environment – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Confined areas – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Extreme noise levels – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Airborne communicable diseases – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Fumes or airborne particles – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Hazardous materials exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Radiation exposure – Applicable Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential – Toxic or caustic chemicals – Applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.