Job Description:This position performs a variety of diagnosticcardiac/vascular exams under the direction of a physician for identificationof abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis.

　　Scope

　　Produces high quality ultrasound images and obtains appropriate measurementsforeach exam.

　　Recognizes the sonographic appearance of normal and abnormal tissue structuresand provide the best image quality for documentation.

　　Documents all applicable patient and procedure data consistently andcorrectly.

　　Obtains and evaluate pertinent patient history and physical findings that mayaffect the sonographic examination.

　　Explains procedures adequately to patients to maximize patient comfort andcooperation.

　　Monitors during all phases of procedure with special care taken to insurepatient emotional and physical well-being.

　　Communicates patient information in a professional and courteous manner topatients and to referring physician offices as required.

　　Maintains the ultrasound equipment for cleanliness and ensure proper equipmentmaintenance and equipment safety.

　　Calibrates and maintain equipment and order supplies when needed.

　　Schedules and coordinate tests.

　　Prepares and maintain operational logs.

　　Assists with Quality Assurance/Improvements audits and activities as required.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Sonography program is required

　　One (1) current/valid certifications from the following list required:1) Registry Eligible 2) American Registry of Diagnostic MedicalSonographers (ARDMS) certification with Registered Diagnostic CardiacSonographer (RDCS) 3) Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) 4)Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) credential

　　Two (2) years related sonography experience is required

　　To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform eachessential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative ofthe knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure,experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be madeto enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled businesshours or scheduled shifts is required

　　Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.

　　Knowledge of current principles, standards, procedures, protocols,techniques and tools/equipment relating to ultrasound examination andrelated procedures.

　　Knowledge of the intent, content and application of local, state andfederal employee health standards, and regulatory requirements applicable todiagnostic ultrasound examination.

　　Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and readinformation, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identifyequipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient careproviders, patients, and visitors that require employee to verballycommunicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms,needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergencysituations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complexand delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequentcomputer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing neededinformation, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift andutilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend toretrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes itemsof varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk andassist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributingsupplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portableequipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded andbusy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and-May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period ofti

　　Anticipated job posting close date:02/02/2024

　　Location:St Joseph Hospital

　　Work City:Denver

　　Work State:Colorado

　　Scheduled Weekly Hours:0

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