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I. INTRODUCTION

• This position is located at Raleigh Radiology, a freestanding outpatient imaging center located in Cary, NC.
• The primary function of the Technologist - Sonographer at Raleigh Radiology is to provide outpatient ultrasound and radiology exams, as well as help in BMD as needed. In addition, you must be registered as a radiographer and Sonographer and provide diagnostic outpatient procedures.
• General sonography in an outpatient setting, including but not limited to abdominal, small parts, breast, obstetric, pediatric, MSK, interventional, biopsy, and vascular exams.
• The technologist must be registered in any subspecialty of Sonography with ARDMS or ARRT. Although Sonography is the lead modality, rotation is required within Radiography and BMD as needed.
• Employment Status: PRN
• Work Hours: Monday-Friday

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General Diagnostic Duties

• Maintains standards of professional care and maintains patient confidentiality.
• Implements policies and procedures of Raleigh Radiology.
• Performs procedures ordered in a safe, efficient, and professional manner to include all required views.
• Assesses patient’s condition (physical and psychosocial); prioritizes needs, sets goals, and responds appropriately to meet those needs, which includes discharge teaching.
• Reports and records pertinent observations and reactions to care rendered.
• Assists with specific tests and procedures as needed.
• Participates in the economic utilization of supplies.
• Ensures that equipment is always maintained and available for use.
• Assists co-workers and physicians in giving care to patients.
• Establishes and maintains open communication.
• Utilizes teaching opportunities with patients and other significant individuals.
• Assists with / or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse occurrences in patients.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and well-maintained supply environment for patients and staff.
• On regular, sustained basis, cooperates with other staff members both inside and outside the department in accomplishment of own job duties as well as assisting other in accomplishing theirs; serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization, always exhibiting traits of courtesy, caring, helpfulness and respect; conducts oneself in service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, cooperative, sensitive, respectful and kind when dealing with team members, visitors, public and all employees.
• Performs other duties and accepts responsibility as assigned, which may include, but are not limited to, scheduling.

Patient Care Activities:

• Gather and document patient history.
• Engage with patients for a positive experience.
• Perform assessments (vital signs, medical history, medications, allergies, etc.).
• Continuously monitor patients during their visit.
• Assess physical and psychological state, and respond to emergencies.
• Start emergency procedures like CPR if needed.
• Document changes in patient condition and understanding of procedures.
• Provide accurate patient history to the Radiologist.
• Relay reports and communicate with peers for quality care.

Education, Experience, Certification, Licensure:

• Education: Graduate from a Diagnostic Medical Sonography school. Extra education in Radiography is a plus.
• Experience: Preferably worked in a busy office or hospital before.
• Certification:
  • Must have AHA BLS certification within 90 days of starting and keep it up.
  • Must be registered with ARDMS or ARRT before hiring.
  • ARDMS with RVT needed for vascular exams.
  • Also registered as Radiologic Technologists with ARRT.