About this role
Overview
Provides diagnostic imaging services according to accepted standards and protocols and assures patient safety during procedures
Responsibilities
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General Diagnostic Procedures:
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Performs all diagnostic procedures following policies and procedures established by the department.
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Adjusts patient care based on age-specific needs.
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Uses all equipment properly and in a manner that minimizes hazards of electric shock.
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Selects appropriate equipment for each individual ultrasound exam.
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Adjusts the equipment controls and selects the correct transducer according to the organ being examined.
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Explains procedures and responds to questions appropriately.
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Maintains a working knowledge of the PAC’s System.
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Working knowledge of CD Burning.
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Completes patient charges for each exam in a timely manner.
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Transports patients to and from the department.
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Maintains a clean and orderly environment.
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Able to note when order and inclination will not be correct.
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Administrative:
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Uses computer to access reports.
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Follows protocols for releasing of images.
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Assists with administrative responsibilities of the department to include scheduling appointments, answering the phone, etc.
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Works with administrative support for invasive procedure scheduling
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Performs all quality controls procedures daily as assigned and maintains appropriate logs.
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Participates in annual surveys and inspections
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Able to teach/aid students.
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Special Testing
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Demonstrates competency on performing all ultrasound procedures and use of the equipment.
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Demonstrates knowledge of AS reporting system.
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Follows proper protocol for the Trophon Disinfection System.
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Assists with the ultrasound accreditation process.
Qualifications
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Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
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0-1 year experience in Ultrasound in a hospital setting preferred
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Registered/licensed with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), with RVT (registered vascular technologist) certification
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
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Licensed by the Board of Medical Imaging/Radiation Therapy in the State of New Hampshire
Required Licensure/Certifications
REQUIRED LICENSE(S):
- Board of Medical Imaging/Radiation Therapy in the State of New Hampshire REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:
- (BLS) Basic Life Support REQUIRED REGISTRATION(S):
- American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)