Description:
I. INTRODUCTION
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This position is located at Raleigh Radiology, a freestanding outpatient imaging center located in Cary, NC.
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The primary function of the Technologist - Sonographer at Raleigh Radiology is to provide outpatient ultrasound and radiology exams, as well as help in BMD as needed. In addition, you must be registered as a radiographer and Sonographer and provide diagnostic outpatient procedures.
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General sonography in an outpatient setting, including but not limited to abdominal, small parts, breast, obstetric, pediatric, MSK, interventional, biopsy, and vascular exams.
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The technologist must be registered in any subspecialty of Sonography with ARDMS or ARRT. Although Sonography is the lead modality, rotation is required within Radiography and BMD as needed.
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Employment Status: PRN
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Work Hours: Monday-Friday
Requirements:
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
General Diagnostic Duties
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Maintains standards of professional care and maintains patient confidentiality.
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Implements policies and procedures of Raleigh Radiology.
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Performs procedures ordered in a safe, efficient, and professional manner to include all required views.
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Assesses patient’s condition (physical and psychosocial); prioritizes needs, sets goals, and responds appropriately to meet those needs, which includes discharge teaching.
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Reports and records pertinent observations and reactions to care rendered.
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Assists with specific tests and procedures as needed.
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Participates in the economic utilization of supplies.
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Ensures that equipment is always maintained and available for use.
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Assists co-workers and physicians in giving care to patients.
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Establishes and maintains open communication.
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Utilizes teaching opportunities with patients and other significant individuals.
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Assists with / or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse occurrences in patients.
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Maintains a clean, safe, and well-maintained supply environment for patients and staff.
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On regular, sustained basis, cooperates with other staff members both inside and outside the department in accomplishment of own job duties as well as assisting other in accomplishing theirs; serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization, always exhibiting traits of courtesy, caring, helpfulness and respect; conducts oneself in service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, cooperative, sensitive, respectful and kind when dealing with team members, visitors, public and all employees.
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Performs other duties and accepts responsibility as assigned, which may include, but are not limited to, scheduling.
Patient Care Activities:
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Gather and document patient history.
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Engage with patients for a positive experience.
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Perform assessments (vital signs, medical history, medications, allergies, etc.).
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Continuously monitor patients during their visit.
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Assess physical and psychological state, and respond to emergencies.
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Start emergency procedures like CPR if needed.
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Document changes in patient condition and understanding of procedures.
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Provide accurate patient history to the Radiologist.
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Relay reports and communicate with peers for quality care.
Education, Experience, Certification, Licensure:
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Education: Graduate from a Diagnostic Medical Sonography school. Extra education in Radiography is a plus.
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Experience: Preferably worked in a busy office or hospital before.
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Certification:
- Must have AHA BLS certification within 90 days of starting and keep it up.
- Must be registered with ARDMS or ARRT before hiring.
- ARDMS with RVT needed for vascular exams.
- Also registered as Radiologic Technologists with ARRT.
