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• POSITION SUMMARY

• DEFINITION
• Under the general direction of the Radiology Director, performs all ultrasound examinations in the care and services of patients in an acute care facility. Performs other related work as required.

• POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way would be

• Education
• High school or equivalent supplemented by completion of a recognized 18-month ultrasound program.

• Experience
• A minimum of six months clinical experience while training is required. One year of experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

• Licensure/Certification
• BLS certification (AHA Only)
• ARDMS certification required

• KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Knowledge of

• Cross sectional anatomy
• Hospital established policies quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control policies and procedures.
• The more common ultrasound equipment and instruments used in a hospital setting.

Ability to

• Apply aseptic and sterile techniques.
• Learn quickly the specific operations of a Radiology Department.
• Apply principles of medical sonography in the imaging and interpretation of patient examinations.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, physicians and fellow employees.
• Work effectively under stress and in emergency situations.
• Maintain records.
• Manage emergency or crisis situations; requires judgment/action which could result in undesirable patient outcomes.

• AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCY
• Maintains, demonstrates and is assessed on the knowledge and skills necessary to provide for physical, psychosocial and cultural needs appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.