Overview
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.
Required Population Served
Job Responsibilities
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 Preferred/Desired
Registered by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography ARDMS, Registered Cardiac Sonographer, 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 60 calendar days of graduation. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.
Training
Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
Basic computer literacy skills.
Licensure
Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired
ARDMS/CCI or new graduate who will obtain required registry/certification with 12 months of hire.; BLS WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
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
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
Sedentary
Light
Medium
Heavy
Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting
Physical Activity Requirements - Standing
Physical Activity Requirements - Walking
Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects
Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull
Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting
Physical Activity Requirements - Bending
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead
Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl
Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation
Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities
Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion
Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell
Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear
Sensory Requirements
Color Discrimination Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing
Accurate
Accurate
Moderate
Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens
Environmental Requirements - Chemical
Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures
Environmental Requirements - Radiation
Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels
Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter
Environmental Requirements - Other
