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Performs sonography, non-invasive imaging technique, in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

ABOUT THE JOB

Reviews patient history, physician's orders and does scheduling. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including re-positioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders and handles scheduling.
• Educates patient about procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice when ordered.
• Monitors patient condition continually and responds to changes in status.
• Prepares equipment and supplies, selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results, takes appropriate action to resolve these issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date.
• BLS or CPR card must be valid through sixty days of hire.
• High School Diploma or GED.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Minimum Required Education: Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program if less than 3 years experience. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.Required Licensure/Certification: State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider and any relevant life support certification as determined at position level.Minimum Experience: 6 months nursing experience.

ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES

All Services

PROGRAM COST

$0

OTHER

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