Ultrasonographer - Ultrasound Heart Center - PRN
About the role
Produces two-dimensional and three-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs.
Responsibilities
- Selects appropriate equipment/transducer for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination/protocol.
- Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and performs department exam protocols.
- Explains process to patient, and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination.
- Accurately enters required data into Lumedx (PACS) system.
- Completes and participates in Quality Improvement evaluation as needed/assigned.
- Starts equipment, which produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
- Photographs images of organs shown on display module, or removes strip printout from equipment, to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
- Disinfects equipment and area.
- Participates in training of Washburn University students as directed.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and performs proper high-level disinfection processes for probe care. (If applicable)
- Perform cardiac sonography duties as required.
- Selects and adds correct associated examination charges as needed.
- Rotating call is a requirement of the position. (Manhattan/Emporia exempt from call)
- Contributes to a team atmosphere by demonstrating excellent communication skills, taking initiative to perform needed tasks, and being flexible to go beyond normal expectations to meet the needs of others.
- Willingly accepts various work assignments.
- Is accountable and responsible for own actions/decisions.
- Demonstrates an openness to change through suggestions and constructive criticism.
- Maintains CEUS for certification and seeks opportunities to improve knowledge base by attending departmental meetings, in-services, and other educational activities.
Requirements
- Completion of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program through an accredited organization or on the job training in ultrasound that led to registry.
- Required Experience: Customer service experience. Preferred Experience: in Ultrasound, in a hospital or clinical setting.
Preferred Skills And Abilities
- Experience utilizing imaging equipment.
Licenses and Certifications
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - ARDMS
- ARDMS-Sonography or CCI-Sonography or ARRT-Sonography are also accepted dependent upon department.
Physical Demands
- Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
- Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
- Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour
- Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour
- Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours
- Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
- Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours
- Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours
- Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
- Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
- Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour
- Lifting: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbs
- Pulling: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 25 lbs
- Pushing: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 25 lbs
- Reaching (Forward): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 25 lbs
- Reaching (Overhead): Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 25 lbs
- Repetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 Hours
- Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours
- Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
- Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
- Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
- Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Travel Requirements
20% Travel to satellite locations as necessary.
Scope
No Supervisory Responsibility
Physical Demands Comments
The vision requirements include depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Working Conditions Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Electrical: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour