Overview Provides diagnostic imaging services according to accepted standards and protocols and assures patient safety during procedures Responsibilities General Diagnostic Procedures: • Performs all diagnostic procedures following policies and procedures established by the department. • Adjusts patient care based on age-specific needs. • Uses all equipment properly and in a manner that minimizes hazards of electric shock. • Selects appropriate equipment for each individual ultrasound exam. • Adjusts the equipment controls and selects the correct transducer according to the organ being examined. • Explains procedures and responds to questions appropriately. • Maintains a working knowledge of the PAC’s System. • Working knowledge of CD Burning. • Completes patient charges for each exam in a timely manner. • Transports patients to and from the department. • Maintains a clean and orderly environment. • Able to note when order and inclination will not be correct. Administrative: • Uses computer to access reports. • Follows protocols for releasing of images. • Assists with administrative responsibilities of the department to include scheduling appointments, answering the phone, etc. • Works with administrative support for invasive procedure scheduling • Performs all quality controls procedures daily as assigned and maintains appropriate logs. • Participates in annual surveys and inspections • Able to teach/aid students. Special Testing • Demonstrates competency on performing all ultrasound procedures and use of the equipment. • Demonstrates knowledge of AS reporting system. • Follows proper protocol for the Trophon Disinfection System. • Assists with the ultrasound accreditation process. Qualifications • Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. • 0-1 year experience in Ultrasound in a hospital setting preferred • Registered/licensed with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), with RVT (registered vascular technologist) certification • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. • Licensed by the Board of Medical Imaging/Radiation Therapy in the State of New Hampshire Required Licensure/Certifications REQUIRED LICENSE(S): • Board of Medical Imaging/Radiation Therapy in the State of New Hampshire REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: • (BLS) Basic Life Support REQUIRED REGISTRATION(S): • American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) • Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)