JOB SUMMARY:Responsible for performing Ultrasound procedures and x-ray exams to assist in the diagnosis of diseaseSAFETY SENSITIVEThis position is a Safety Sensitive Position. The essential functions, physical demands, and mental competencies of this job require the employee maintain the ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.JOB DESCRIPTION:Assists in performing life-saving techniques (CPR, first aid) to the patient if necessary.Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination. Handles blood and body fluids and deals with infectious patients.Performs patient care tasks as needed.Requests charts and film folder from the on-line computer program.Performs ultrasounds procedures as prescribed by a physician including: Positions patients for the proper view of the affected area; selects the appropriate scan images to be recorded on film; obtains essential information from patient, medical records and previous scans for clinical correlation; instructs patients about the proper physiological requirements for the procedure; helps patients transfer to sono exam table and ensures adequate patient immobilization to perform the scan; knows how to change scanning parameters to improve a scan; obtains diagnostic sonographic images by scanning the appropriate body part of the patient with the scan head; develops the film; submits diagnostic ultrasound exam to physician for interpretation.Prepares patients for radiologic procedures. Takes x-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety.Uses a variety of radiation protection and shielding material.Prepares contract media and barium.Ensures equipment is in working order. Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor.Logs radiologic procedures completed. Processes related paperwork using computer equipment as directed.Maintains examination rooms. Stocks necessary medical and radiologic supplies.Develops and process radiologic film. Delivers, picks up and returns film.Maintains strictest confidentiality.Attendance and the ability to get to work and follow attendance policy is an essential element of this jobSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: NoneEDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE, REGISTRATION:High school diploma; graduation from an accredited Radiography school.RDMS registered or registry eligibleGraduate of accredited x-ray technologist program.Current CPR certificate requiredEXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:Minimum one or more years' experience and/or training with graduate sonographerMinimum one year Ultrasound experienceKnowledge of x-ray procedures and protocolsKnowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform x-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movementKnowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiologySkill in injecting contrast intravenously for imaging proceduresSkill in using computer network system competently to process patient and department informationSkill in positioning patients properlySkill in identifying equipment problems and corrects or notifies supervisorAbility to work in a cooperative nature within and outside department with staff, patients, and familiesAbility to explain procedures clearly and simply to patientsREASONING ABILITY:Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:Must interact and communicate both verbally and in written form.Must interact and exchange information regarding patients with physicians and other departmental personnel, and outside agencies on a frequent basis while respecting the confidentiality of patient information.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This position involves potential exposure to infectious diseases. Colleagues are offered appropriate vaccinations and safety training.COMMENTS:This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
