Technologist-Echocardiographer

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Technologist-Echocardiographer Registered Job Code 22972 FLSA Status Job Family RADIOLOGY PROCESS LEVEL

Job Description

Title:

Technologist Echocardiographer Registered

Job Summary:

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established BMG protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with BMG 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 BMG and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience:

Recent experience as a Sonographer.

Education:

Registered by ARDMS and/or CCI or new graduate who is waiting to take registry. Proof of registry/certification required by primary source must be available within 12 months of graduation. BLS certification required within 14 days of hire date.

Training:
Special

Skills:

Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure: ARDMS/CCI or new graduate who will obtain required registry/certification within 12 months of hire; BLS within 14 days of hire.

Reporting Relationships:
The position does not formally supervise employees.

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.

Sitting:
Occasional Standing:
Continuous Walking:
Continuous Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders):
Occasional Carry objects:
Continuous Push/Pull:
Continuous Twisting:
Continuous Bending:
Continuous Reaching Forward:
Continuous Reaching Overhead:
Continuous Squat/Kneel/Crawl:
Occasional Wrist position deviation:
Continuous Pinching/fine motor activities:
Occasional Keyboard use/repetitive motion:
Continuous Taste or smell:
Continuous Talk or hear:
Continuous Color Discrimination:
Near Vision Far Vision:
Depth Perception Hearing:
Accurate Accurate:
Moderate

Blood-Borne Pathogens Chemical Airborne Communicable Diseases Extreme Temperatures Radiation Uneven Surfaces or Elevations Extreme Noise Levels Dust/Particular Matter Other

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