Technologist-Radiology

Job Code	FLSA Status Non-Exempt	Job Family
Job Description Title Technologist-Ultrasound PRN

Job Summary

Operates imaging equipment and performs routine diagnostic procedures as prescribed by physicians according to established standards and practices in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease.

Job Responsibilities

Performs imaging procedures using appropriate technical and safety method as requested by a licensed physician.
Exercise judgement in selecting and computing settings for each patient.

Develop an appropriate procedure/treatment plan.

Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established protocols/guidelines.

Completes documentation as required to comply with policies and procedures.

Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

Participates in departmental performance improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards. Collects quality data for monitoring performance improvement.

Completes assigned goals.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Specifications

Experience

Description	Minimum Required	Preferred/Desired
	Experience as obtained through the completion of an Ultrasound program.

Education

Description	Minimum Required	Preferred/Desired
	Completion of a formal education program in sonography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARDMS or ARRT or CCI.	Associates degree in related field

Training

Description

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Description	Minimum Required	Preferred/Desired
	Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Imaging principals/theory. Utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results. Demonstrates ability to receive and follow written and oral instructions; ability to plan and organize work

Licensure

Description	Minimum Required	Preferred/Desired
	Registered by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS),or American Registry of Radiology Technologists ARRT (S), or ARRT (VS), or ARRT (BS), or Cardiovascular Credentialing International CCI RVS; BLS Certification within 14 days of hire; New graduate will obtain required registry within 120 days as required; State license as required

Reporting Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

Reporting Relationships

Work Environment

Functional Demands

Label	Short Description	Full Description
Sedentary	Very light energy level	Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart
Light	Moderate energy level	Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)
Medium	High energy level	Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)
Heavy	Very high energy level	Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.

Functional Demands Rating

Medium

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Standing

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Walking

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Bending

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell

Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear

Continuous

Sensory Requirements

Color Discrimination	Near Vision	Far Vision	Depth Perception	Hearing
	Accurate	Accurate	Moderate

Environmental Requirements - Bloodborne Pathogens

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Chemical

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Radiation

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Other

Technologist-Ultrasound Certified PRN

Technologist-Ultrasound Certified PRN