Ultrasonographer - Ultrasound Contingent
Ultrasonographer - Ultrasound Contingent
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Job Description
Overview:
Job Description Summary:
Job Description:
Essential Functions:
- Prepares patients and procedures in accordance with regulatory guidelines and policies. Represents the departments customer service focus for all contacts.
- Utilizes training and knowledge to modify orders prepares documentation for procedures manipulates imaging data prescribed reviews images for accuracy and initiates networking of equipment.
- Operates maintains and programs varied imaging equipment. Utilizes electronic information devices determines correct anatomic area for imaging adjusts equipment factors as necessary and assists Radiologists or other physicians in ultrasound guided interventional procedures.
- Assists in collecting and monitoring QA projects within the section. Mentors and monitors new employees or rotating students.
- Performs procedures for research and testing. Assists in documenting and maintaining research information.
- Maintains knowledge of current applications in the field through seminars educational programs and selfstudy.
Education Requirement:
Graduate of an accredited school for Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or ARRT sonography certified required.
Licensure Requirement:
- Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in ABD and OB or ARRT (S) required.
- Registered in Vascular (RVT or ARRT (VS) within 1824 months of hire date required.
- More than 10 years experience can be considered in lieu of RVT at Radiology Directors discretion.
Certifications:
BLS certification required.
Skills:
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Experience:
Experience in a pediatric ultrasound setting preferred.
Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste Chemicals/Medications Fume /Gases /Vapors Loud Noises
FREQUENTLY: Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens Lifting / Carrying: 010 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 1120 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 2140 lbs Lifting / Carrying: 4160 lbs Patient Equipment Pushing / Pulling: 025 lbs Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance Pushing / Pulling: 2640 lbs Pushing / Pulling: 4160 lbs Pushing / Pulling: 61100 lbs Reaching above shoulder Sitting Standing Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech Bend/twist Blood and/or Bodily Fluids Color vision Computer skills Decision Making Depth perception Flexing/extending of neck Hand use: grasping gripping turning Hearing acuity Interpreting Data Machinery Peripheral vision Problem solving Repetitive hand/arm use Seeing Far/near Squat/kneel
The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign direct and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Employment Type
Part-Time
