Ultrasound Technologist Adult-Tech I

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Performs ultrasound procedures at the entry level requiring knowledge of anatomical positioning and physiology. Must be able to perform high quality ultrasound examination for interpretation by a physician on children adolescents and adults.

Experience: 0-2 years

Skills: Abdomen including elastography small parts pelvic/OB GYN scrotal & pelvic doppler

Physical Requirements

(NOTE: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: 1) Continuous 6-8 hours per shift; 2) Frequent 2-6 hours per shift; 3) Infrequent 0-2 hours per shift)

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)

Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Infrequent)

Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)

Ability to climb ladders/step stools. (Frequent to Infrequent)

Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)

Ability to work from elevated areas specifically step stools. (Frequent to Infrequent)

Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)

Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent)

Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)

Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)

Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)

Ability to perform pinching operations. (Frequent)

Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)

Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)

Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)

Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)

Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)

Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)

Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)

Ability to lift and carry up to 200 feet 50# unassisted.

Ability to lift patients and move patients to 350#(/-) assisted.

Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 72 inches to 50# unassisted.

Ability to lower objects to 50#(/-) from height of 72 inches unassisted.

Ability to push/pull objects/patients to 350#(/-) unassisted.

Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected. (Continuous)

Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous)

Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous)

Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)

Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)

Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)

Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction. (Continuous)

Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet.

Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)

Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use initially and annually.

Must possess excellent hand to eye coordination.

Additional New Requirements:

Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.

Must possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Computer literacy.

Ability to work overtime as required.

Ability to learn and use new processes tools equipment as required.

Additional Job Description

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion or belief age sex national origin gender identity sexual orientation disability protected veteran status family or parental status or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications merit and business need.

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