Technologist-Ultrasound Certified
Job Code: 20370
FLSA Status
Job Family: RADIOLOGY
Job Summary
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
Description
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired: Recent experience as a Sonographer.
Education
Description
Minimum Required: Registered by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography ARDMS and/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 120 calendar days of graduation. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 14 days of hire date.
Preferred/Desired
Training
Description
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Description
Minimum Required: Basic computer literacy skills.
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Description
Minimum Required: NEW GRADUATE WHO WILL OBTAIN REQUIRED REGISTRY WITHIN 120 DAYS OF HIRE; BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; RVT; ARDMS
Preferred/Desired
Reporting Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.
Reporting Relationships: No
Work Environment
Functional Demands
Label Short Description Full Description
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.
Functional Demands Rating: Medium
Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements – Sitting: Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements – Standing: Continuous
Physical Activity Requirements – Walking: Continuous
Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders): Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects: Continuous
Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull: Continuous
Physical Activity Requirements – Twisting: Continuous
Physical Activity Requirements – Bending: Continuous
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward: Continuous
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead: Continuous
Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl: Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation: Continuous
Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities: Occasional
Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion: Continuous
Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell
Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear: Continuous
Sensory Requirements
Color Discrimination
Near Vision: Accurate
Far Vision: Accurate
Depth Perception: Moderate
Hearing
Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens: Anticipated
Environmental Requirements – Chemical: Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases: Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures: Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements – Radiation: Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations: Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels: Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter: Not Anticipated
Environmental Requirements - Other
