SONOGRAPHER - ULTRASOUND - PRN DAYS

Job Summary:  
To apply prescribed ultrasonography for diagnosis in accordance with policy and procedure,
Practicing independent good judgment and initiative in the utilization of the ultrasound equipment.

To apply patient care, communicating the procedure performed, lessening apprehension and in 
Accordance with the hospital’s Patient Rights Policies.  Has knowledge of the needs of patients
According to their age group and the ability to modify care according to patient’s age.

Service and Quality Standards:

1.    Service
Is Customer focused
    Anticipates customer needs
    Adheres to customer service standards
Is Competent, caring and compassionate
    Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect
    Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior 
        to customers and coworkers
2.    People
Is conversation conscious
    Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information
Is positive in interactions with others
Is courteous and respectful
    Promotes a harassment free environment
    Inspires the trust of others
Acts in accordance with hospital policies and code of conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest.
3.    Quality
Is excellent in patient care and service
    Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation
    Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback
Is safety conscious
    Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives
Is involved with improvement efforts
    Supports performance improvement
    Seeks ways to improve systems and services
    Shows commitment to improvement efforts
    Meets mandatory educational requirements
4.    Growth
Is a loyal ambassador
    Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision
Is active and involved
    Supports hospital initiatives
    Champions innovation and supports change
Is a positive role model
    Fosters team cooperation
5.    Finance
Is a good steward of hospital resources
    Develops/uses efficient work methods
Is cost effective
    Conserves organizational resources

Job Responsibilities:
1.   Performs and documents patient and family education activities including assessing, performing       
      and documenting
2.   Provides age specific care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric population.       
3.   Support  Patient’s rights and responsibilities, including respect of cultural and religious diversity    
    4.   Ensure appropriate consent forms are signed by the patient or 
          responsible party for invasive procedures
    5.   Review the medical record for patient history acquiring
          pertinent clinical information
    6.   Proficiently operate all functions of US equipment
    7.   Select the proper transducer(s) for examination(s) being
          performed
    8.   Adjust Doppler/color Doppler controls to optimize display of data
 

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

    Education Level:    High school diploma or equivalent

    Certification / Licensure:  A.R.R.T. registered preferred
                      R.D.M.S. certified or registry eligible
    Current BLS:  Required

    Experience Requirements: completion of DMS program
    

Working Conditions: 
Extensive walking, standing, pushing and/or lifting medium to heavy weight.

Exposure Category I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues:  Al procedures or other
Job related tasks that involve inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them are Category I tasks.  Use of appropriate protective measures should be required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.

Physical Activity:

                                                                                                               NA          0-25%    26-75%     76-100%

Lift/Carry                                                                                                                                                      X

Push/Pull                                                                                                                                                     X

Reach Overhead                                                                                                                       X

Climb                                                                                                                          X

Squat/Bend/Kneel                                                                                                                     X

Sit

Stand                                                                                                                                         X

Walk/Move About                                                                                                                                       X

The most significant duties have been included in this description.  Other duties may be assigned and the hospital has the right to modify this job description as needed to accurately reflect assigned duties.