Ultrasonographer - Radiology, Per Diem

Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital

  • Lebanon, NH
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
POSITION STANDARDS
  • Graduate of accredited program for Diagnostic Medical Sonography and registry eligible required.
  • Minimum one (1) year of experience performing a wide range of general and specialty ultrasound exams preferred.
  • Experience in high-risk OB, advanced abdominal imaging, complex infertility, and guided biopsies preferred.
  • Possesses a broad knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, pathology and/or physiological data.
  • Competent in Ultrasound reporting systems.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate required.
  • Licensed by the Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy in the state of New Hampshire.
  • Required to obtain Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) prior to employment; and Abdomen (AB) specialty required within 1 year of employment.
  • Must maintain active certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in specialty areas.
POSITION PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAnything listed here requires a pre-employment physical by Employee Health to determine if the employee is capable of meeting the requirements.Physical Activity:
  • Sitting - 1% to 33%
  • Standing - 34% to 66%
  • Walking - 34% to 66%
  • Bending - 34% to 66%
  • Squatting - 1% to 33%
  • Crouching - 1% to 33%
  • Kneeling - 1% to 33%
  • Reaching - 34% to 66%
Upper Extremity:
  • Use of Upper Extremity - 67% to 100%
Push/Pull/Lift/Carry:
  • Initial push up to a maximum of 46 lbs - 1% to 33%
  • Initial pull up to a maximum of 46 lbs - 1% to 33%
  • Sustained push up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 67% to 100%
  • Sustained pull up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 1% to 33%
  • Lift up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 67% to 100%
  • Carry up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 67% to 100%
PART TWO: FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITYPosition ObjectivePerforms ultrasound examinations which include, 3D & 4D imaging with multiple imaging modalities, including high-risk
gynecological/obstetrical examinations/procedures, infertility, and complex ultrasound guided biopsies.Performance Expectation
  • Selects equipment and imaging modalities, position and prep, to facilitate optimum diagnostic studies.
  • Operates ultrasonography equipment to perform examination. Evaluates accuracy and quality of scan results. Reviews patient
record for prior findings/test results to aid in determining exam completeness. * Selects and records preliminary study results. Prepares preliminary reports using department-specific structured reporting system.
  • Takes measurements and labels them.
  • Gathers and communicates ultrasound findings to the physician for interpretation.
  • Consults with Radiologist about unusual scans and need for re-scanning.
  • Performs transducer decontamination and maintains log entries, reporting any discrepancies to the Education Coordinator.
  • Performs duties associated with interventional (biopsy) procedures.
  • Modifies billing fields to reflect the exam 9. being performed.
  • Instructs and oversees students, residents, and physician staff in unit's operations.
  • Maintains Ultrasonography equipment. Recognizes malfunctions and/or need for servicing. Ensures quality control procedures are maintained and maintains orderliness of ultrasound laboratory.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Compensation:Min: $29.10
Max: $45.11

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