What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technologist-Echocardiographer PRN position at Baptist Memorial Health Care?
Overview
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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.
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Required Population Served
Job Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
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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.
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Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
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Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
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Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
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Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
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Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
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Completes assigned goals.
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Specifications
Experience
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Recent experience as a Sonographer.
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Education
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Registered by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography ARDMS, Registered Cardiac Sonographer, or Registered Vascular Technologist RVT or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry. Proof of registry (by primary source) must be available within 60 calendar days of graduation. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.
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Training
Special Skills
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Basic computer literacy skills.
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Licensure
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ARDMS/CCI or new graduate who will obtain required registry/certification with 12 months of hire.; BLS WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
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Reporting Relationships
Reporting Relationships
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Yes
No
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Work Environment
Functional Demands
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Sedentary
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Very light energy level
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Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart
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Light
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Moderate energy level
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Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)
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Medium
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High energy level
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Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull /- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)
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Heavy
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Very high energy level
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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.
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Functional Demands Rating
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Sedentary
Light
Medium
Heavy
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Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting
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Occasional
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Physical Activity Requirements - Standing
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Walking
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
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Occasional
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Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Bending
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl
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Occasional
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Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities
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Occasional
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Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion
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Continuous
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Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell
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Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear
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Continuous
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Sensory Requirements
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Accurate
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Accurate
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Moderate
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Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens
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Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Chemical
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Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases
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Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures
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Not Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Radiation
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Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
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Not Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels
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Not Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter
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Not Anticipated
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Environmental Requirements - Other