Job Description
Duties: Job Summary: -Performs diagnostic general radiological procedures utilizing various imaging equipment to assist in diagnosis of disease and injuries. -This may include Cat Scan and C-arm units. -Performs general, OB and some vascular Ultrasound. -May also perform breast Ultrasound. -Responsible for screening, scheduling, and directing patients to appropriate locations and services within the Imaging Department. -Maintains working knowledge of all Radiology and Vascular / Cardiac U/S exams and procedures. -Assists with the training of new staff. -Proficient in scheduling all Radiology and Vascular / Cardiac U/S exams. Key Functions: -Performs routine and complex sonography imaging by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accreting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols. -Selects proper sonography protocols and techniques to obtain optimal data. -Reviews cases with the radiologist when appropriate. -Reviews labs and patient history to perform correct exam. -Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. -Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. -Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist. -Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. -Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness. -Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and other digital and reporting systems providing necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. -Utilizes the web servers and email systems to send exams for preliminary readings after hours. -Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. -Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner. -Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. -Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss. -Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary. -May perform duties of Sono Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence. -Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. -Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity. -May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer. -Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department. -Required secondary registries are not required for cross trained modalities at HRHC unless otherwise required by specific compliance, licensure, or accrediting bodies.
Skills: Required Skills & Experience: -1+ years of experience in ultrasound/sonography. -Must know all preps for each Radiology and Vascular / Cardiac U/S exams and procedures. -Positive attitude and demonstrated willingness to assess and improve work environment. -Ability to perform multiple tasks while coordinating patient flow and a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative. Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A
Education: Required Education:-Associate's Degree in Ultrasound/Sonography or Radiologic TechnologyOR -Certificate of completion of Ultrasound/Sonography or Radiologic Technology program Preferred Education:-N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -BLS (American Heart Assoc.) -Registered Vascular Tech (RVT) through ARDMS-RDMS Abdomen (AB) or RDMS Obstetrics/Gynecology (OB/GYN) through ARDMS Preferred Certifications & Licensure:-N/A
Schedule Notes: DAYS; M-F 8am-4:30pm
Required Skills: CARDIAC,IMAGING,RADIOLOGY,SCHEDULING,VASCULAR,
Additional Skills: ULTRASOUND,ARDMS,RADIOLOGICAL,PACS,ORDERING,RDMS,
Hours Per Day: 8.00
Hours Per Week: 40.00
Languages: English( Speak, Read, Write )
Department: Heart and Lung Vein Clinic : 46-46353
Job Category: Clinical-Allied
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