Ultrasound Specialist IV - Part Time

Obtains images of internal organs with ultrasound techniques as an aid to differentiation of cysts, abscesses and other pathological conditions.

Selects the appropriate operating mode for the specific ultrasonic examinations of cardiac motions, recognizes abnormal conditions, and adjusts recording techniques to obtain appropriate display.

Measures biparietal diameter; tests and records fetal heartbeat; conducts examinations of pregnant patients to determine placenta location, fetal position, multiple gestation, and abnormalities.

Conducts fetal echocardiograms; checks the patient’s history to anticipate the effects of previous surgery, childbirth and other conditions which could affect the ultrasonic image of internal organs.

Prepares and positions patients for display of area to be studied; posts results.

Demonstrates ultrasound techniques to radiologic technology student interns, resident physicians, and others: monitors students’ performance of procedures, correcting faulty techniques and explaining appropriate methods. Documents students' progress and maintains appropriate records.

Trains, assigns, monitors, and reviews the work of ultrasound technologists and Radiologic Technologists assigned to ultrasound: schedules assigned staff.

Evaluates and recommends changes in procedures, equipment, and other aspects of the ultrasound unit.

May perform radiologic or mammography procedures, if licensed.

The theory and techniques of ultrasound; operation and care of ultrasound equipment; methods of positioning patients for ultrasound procedures; physical and organic anatomy; operation of transducers and camera; advanced structural and organic anatomy in three areas of specialization.

Position requires sitting, standing, manual dexterity, bending or stooping, and lifting of patients; position patients for a variety of imaging examinations; must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form; work independently and carry out ultrasound techniques; operate a variety of standard and complex equipment; sterile procedures; anatomy and physiology to perform a wide variety of imaging procedures;

principles of physics, electricity, and related physical sciences as applied to various diagnostic imaging procedures; principles, methods, and techniques of leadership and supervision; independently produce images of such quality to minimize call back of patients; develop protocols and quality assurance studies.

Mobility:
Frequent operation of a keyboard; standing for long periods of time; walking, pushing/pulling, and operation of heavy equipment; occasional sitting for long periods of time and stair climbing.

Frequency of Lifting:
Constant lifting of 5 lbs. or less; frequent restraining, lifting/turning heavy objects or people; occasional lifting of 5 to above 70 lbs.

Visual Requirements:
Constant need for overall vision, hand/eye coordination and reading/close up work; frequent need for color perception, depth perception and field vision.

Dexterity:
Constant holding, reaching and grasping; frequent writing.

Hearing/Talking:
Constant hearing of normal speech and talking in person; frequent hearing on the telephone/radio and talking on the radio; occasional hearing of faint sounds.

Emotional/Psychological Factors:
Constant public contact; decision making; concentration and working alone; trauma, grief and death; occasional weekend/night work and overtime/travel.

Environmental Conditions:

Occasional exposure to hazardous materials.

0425 Ultrasound Specialist IV - PT by Employment Services Team

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