Technologist-Echocardiographer Registered Eligible

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.

Recent experience as a Sonographer.

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.

Basic computer literacy skills.

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

• 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.

• Sedentary
• Light
• Medium
• Heavy

• 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: (none)
• Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear:
  Continuous

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

• Blood-Borne Pathogens:
  Anticipated
• Chemical:
  Anticipated
• Airborne Communicable Diseases:
  Anticipated
• Extreme Temperatures:
  Not Anticipated
• Radiation:
  Anticipated
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations:
  Not Anticipated
• Extreme Noise Levels:
  Not Anticipated
• Dust/Particular Matter:
  Not Anticipated
• Other: (none)