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Required Skills

• Thoroughly patrols buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism or safety hazards.
• Courteously escorts visitors, patients and staff to and from parking areas.  Responds to requests for service.
• Responds to “Code Reds” and drills in accordance with fire alarm procedures outlined in the Hospital Fire Plan. 
• Demonstrates good judgment in determining priorities in responding to emergency situations appropriately.  Controls disorderly patients in a therapeutic manner by identifying the need, level and type of crisis intervention necessary.
• Maintains accurate and factual typed reports and logs of tour of duty.
• Compliance with departmental or Hospital directives and policy.
• Quality of patient, visitor, staff relations.  Strives to be a productive and positive-minded team member of the department and Hospital.  (Evaluator’s judgment based partially on feedback from patients, employees and visitors.)
• Extent to which appropriate safety precautions are adhered to, both personally and as it relates to others and the facility at large.
• When assigned one-on-one care, positions self in patient room at bedside to maintain constant visual observation of the patient and remain within arm’s length of patient. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight unless specifically instructed
• Self-growth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

1. Obtain, review and bring together pertinent patient history, physical examination and supporting clinical data to facilitate diagnostic result.

1. Perform cardiac ultrasound diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures on patients of all ages by producing, assessing and evaluating ultrasound images and related data according to established standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.

1. Provide interpreting physicians with an oral or written summary of technical findings.

1. Maintain technical skills related to all ultrasound imaging factors; maintain knowledge of other testing modalities.

1. Demonstrate knowledge in human gross and sectional anatomy and physiology and pathophysiology to image and evaluate normal and abnormal tissue structure or function.

1. Understand biological effects of ultrasound.

1. Adheres to behavioral standards.

1. Utilize proper infection control procedures according to department and hospital procedures.

1. Ensure proper recording, documentation, confidentiality and transmission of patient information. Develop and maintain skills in digital imaging and information practices.

1. Monitor the condition of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operation of the department.

1. Comply with departmental policies regarding employee/patient incident reports.

1. Participate in the department’s continuing education program, Laboratory accreditation and case review/quality review processes.

1. Keep current with clinical developments in the field of ultrasound imaging. Be responsible for continual learning.

1. Maintain ARDMS or CCI credential through documentation of continuing education requirements of the credentialing organization.

1. Organize and participate in daily activities that maintain operations: cleaning stocking, equipment evaluation, moving equipment to bedside studies, data entry and evaluation, emergency call rotation, imaging system electrical safety, equipment repair and diagnostics, Imaging and reporting system Dbase maintenance and Sys Admin functions.

1. Follow SMH policy directives and procedures the performance of duties and responsibilities.

1. Be an example to the laboratory staff of professionalism, teamwork and patient advocacy.

1. Demonstrate leadership in helping the team meet strategic goals of the department and the organization.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (CARDIAC):

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transthoracic echocardiography in the adult population.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transesophageal echocardiography in the adult population in standard settings, the surgical suites and Cath Labs.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of stress echocardiography procedures.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge of the application of echocardiography in pericardial centesis, myocardial biopsy, intracardiac echo, or other interventional procedures.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transthoracic echocardiography in the pediatric, neonatal and fetal population.

1. Possess knowledge and understanding of other cardiac diagnostic testing: cardiac cath, EP, Holter, EKG and arrhythmias, radionuclide imaging.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge of ultrasound contrast agents and their applications.

1. Recognize and address critical pathology through modification of scan protocols, recommendation of ancillary testing and notification of interpreting physician.

1. Demonstrate leadership in clinical application of echocardiography.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

• Patrols buildings and grounds including fixed posts, walking patrols, or mobile patrols using company vehicle to travel around and between Memorial locations.
• Provides a visible deterrence to crime, prohibited activities, or suspicious activities.
• Intercedes in disputes between individuals by using verbal de-escalation techniques and skills to diffuse potentially violent patient, employee, or visitor situations.
• Physically manages combative, violent persons who criminally endanger staff, physicians, patients or visitors.
• Participates in property control procedures (accepts, records, stores, returns, or releases to authorized persons) for patient valuables, accounting details, and morgue details.
• Responds to emergency situations, emergency codes and alarms.
• Detains unauthorized individuals as defined by policy or state law, and releases them to the proper authorities.
• Assists air medical teams and transports airlifted patients between helipad and hospital.
• Controls parking and traffic flow and enforces parking regulations.
• Provides visitor and employee escorts as appropriate.
• Reports any conditions that might constitute a security or safety hazard.
• Provides access control to restricted spaces by locking and unlocking doors.
• Investigates and reports on any suspicious activity or persons.
• Obtains written or oral statements related to incidents on MH property.
• Prepares incident reports.
• Assists local law enforcement agencies during investigations or emergencies.

Required Skills

1. Obtain, review and bring together pertinent patient history, physical examination and supporting clinical data to facilitate diagnostic result.

1. Perform cardiac ultrasound diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures on patients of all ages by producing, assessing and evaluating ultrasound images and related data according to established standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.

1. Provide interpreting physicians with an oral or written summary of technical findings.

1. Maintain technical skills related to all ultrasound imaging factors; maintain knowledge of other testing modalities.

1. Demonstrate knowledge in human gross and sectional anatomy and physiology and pathophysiology to image and evaluate normal and abnormal tissue structure or function.

1. Understand biological effects of ultrasound.

1. Adheres to behavioral standards.

1. Utilize proper infection control procedures according to department and hospital procedures.

1. Ensure proper recording, documentation, confidentiality and transmission of patient information. Develop and maintain skills in digital imaging and information practices.

1. Monitor the condition of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operation of the department.

1. Comply with departmental policies regarding employee/patient incident reports.

1. Participate in the department’s continuing education program, Laboratory accreditation and case review/quality review processes.

1. Keep current with clinical developments in the field of ultrasound imaging. Be responsible for continual learning.

1. Maintain ARDMS or CCI credential through documentation of continuing education requirements of the credentialing organization.

1. Organize and participate in daily activities that maintain operations: cleaning stocking, equipment evaluation, moving equipment to bedside studies, data entry and evaluation, emergency call rotation, imaging system electrical safety, equipment repair and diagnostics, Imaging and reporting system Dbase maintenance and Sys Admin functions.

1. Follow SMH policy directives and procedures the performance of duties and responsibilities.

1. Be an example to the laboratory staff of professionalism, teamwork and patient advocacy.

1. Demonstrate leadership in helping the team meet strategic goals of the department and the organization.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (CARDIAC):

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transthoracic echocardiography in the adult population.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transesophageal echocardiography in the adult population in standard settings, the surgical suites and Cath Labs.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of stress echocardiography procedures.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge of the application of echocardiography in pericardial centesis, myocardial biopsy, intracardiac echo, or other interventional procedures.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transthoracic echocardiography in the pediatric, neonatal and fetal population.

1. Possess knowledge and understanding of other cardiac diagnostic testing: cardiac cath, EP, Holter, EKG and arrhythmias, radionuclide imaging.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge of ultrasound contrast agents and their applications.

1. Recognize and address critical pathology through modification of scan protocols, recommendation of ancillary testing and notification of interpreting physician.

1. Demonstrate leadership in clinical application of echocardiography.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Obtain, review and bring together pertinent patient history, physical examination and supporting clinical data to facilitate diagnostic result.

1. Perform cardiac and/or vascular ultrasound diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures on patients of all ages by producing, assessing and evaluating ultrasound images and related data according to established standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.

1. Provide interpreting physicians with an oral or written summary of technical findings.

1. Maintain technical skills related to all ultrasound imaging factors; maintain knowledge of other testing modalities.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• • SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• • COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• • QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• • EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Demonstrate knowledge in human gross and sectional anatomy and physiology and pathophysiology to image and evaluate normal and abnormal tissue structure or function.

1. Understand biological effects of ultrasound.

1. Adheres to behavioral standards.

1. Utilize proper infection control procedures according to department and hospital procedures.

1. Ensure proper recording, documentation, confidentiality and transmission of patient information. Develop and maintain skills in digital imaging and information practices.

1. Monitor the condition of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operation of the department.

1. Comply with departmental policies regarding employee/patient incident reports.

1. Participate in the department’s continuing education program, Laboratory accreditation and case review/quality review processes.

1. Keep current with clinical developments in the field of ultrasound imaging. Be responsible for continual learning.

1. Maintain ARDMS credential through documentation of continuing education requirements of the credentialing organization.

1. Organize and participate in daily activities that maintain operations: cleaning stocking, equipment evaluation, moving equipment to bedside studies, data entry and evaluation, emergency call rotation, imaging system electrical safety, equipment repair and diagnostics, Imaging and reporting system Dbase maintenance and Sys Admin functions.

1. Serve as liaison to other hospital departments for coordination of quality assurance and process improvement activities.

1. Serve as resource to technical staff, medical staff and visitors for clinical or educational information and activities.

1. Maintain and advance abilities to assimilate and report clinical information in complex patients.

1. Follow MMC policy directives and procedures the performance of duties and responsibilities.

1. Be an example to the laboratory staff of professionalism, teamwork and patient advocacy.

1. Demonstrate leadership in helping the team meet strategic goals of the department and the organization.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (CARDIAC):

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transthoracic echocardiography in the adult population.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transesophageal echocardiography in the adult population in standard settings, the surgical suites and Cath Labs.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of stress echocardiography procedures.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge of the application of echocardiography in pericardial centesis, myocardial biopsy, intracardiac echo, or other interventional procedures.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transthoracic echocardiography in the pediatric, neonatal and fetal population.

1. Possess knowledge and understanding of other cardiac diagnostic testing: cardiac cath, EP, Holter, EKG and arrhythmias, radionuclide imaging.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge of ultrasound contrast agents and their applications.

1. Recognize and address critical pathology through modification of scan protocols, recommendation of ancillary testing and notification of interpreting physician.

1. Demonstrate leadership in clinical application of echocardiography.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Maintain knowledge of sectional anatomy & select the proper technical factors and imaging modes in order to in order to produce high quality images, along with positioning the patient and equipment. Review images for quality before completion of exam.
2. Obtain and utilize pertinent medical history to obtain optimum exams, and communicate with pertinent medical professionals.
3. Coordinate echocardiographic procedures with appropriate departments and personnel.
4. Ensure exams are completed in a prompt manner, from receipt of requisition to interpretation.
5. Utilize effective patient care and communicate skills to obtain optimum patient rapport.
6. Monitor patient condition and take appropriate action to ensure continuity of patient care.
7. Respond promptly to STAT requests, and perform sonograms within the time frame required for optimum imaging.
8. Function in other sections of the Cardiology Department as requested.
9. Perform clerical tasks, which include scheduling exams and faxing results.
10. Review and recommend equipment/supply purchases
11. Maintain adequate inventory supply in work area.
12. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Obtain, review and bring together pertinent patient history, physical examination and supporting clinical data to facilitate diagnostic result.

1. Perform vascular ultrasound diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures on patients of all ages by producing, assessing and evaluating ultrasound images and related data according to established standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.

1. Provide interpreting physicians with an oral or written summary of technical findings.

1. Maintain technical skills related to all ultrasound imaging factors; maintain knowledge of other testing modalities.

1. Demonstrate knowledge in human gross and sectional anatomy and physiology and pathophysiology to image and evaluate normal and abnormal tissue structure or function.

1. Understand biological effects of ultrasound.

1. Use independent professional judgment to assure exam will clinically evaluate the given diagnosis. Refer discrepancies to interpreting or ordering physician.

1. Adheres to behavioral standards.

1. Utilize proper infection control procedures according to department and hospital procedures.

1. Ensure proper recording, documentation, confidentiality and transmission of patient information. Develop and maintain skills in digital imaging and information practices.

1. Monitor the condition of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operation of the department.

1. Comply with departmental policies regarding employee/patient incident reports.

1. Participate in the department’s continuing education program, Laboratory accreditation and case review/quality review processes.

1. Keep current with clinical developments in the field of ultrasound imaging. Be responsible for continual learning.

1. Maintain ARDMS or CCI credential through documentation of continuing education requirements of the credentialing organization.

1. Organize and participate in daily activities that maintain operations: cleaning stocking, equipment evaluation, moving equipment to bedside studies, data entry and evaluation, emergency call rotation, imaging system electrical safety, equipment repair and diagnostics, Imaging and reporting system Dbase maintenance and Sys Admin functions.

1. Serve as liaison to other hospital departments for coordination of quality assurance and process improvement activities.

1. Serve as resource to technical staff, medical staff and visitors for clinical or educational information and activities.

1. Maintain and advance abilities to assimilate and report clinical information in complex patients.

1. Follow SMH policy directives and procedures the performance of duties and responsibilities.

1. Be an example to the laboratory staff of professionalism, teamwork and patient advocacy.

1. Demonstrate leadership in helping the team meet strategic goals of the department and the organization.

1. Keep current of clinical developments in the field of Ultrasound imaging and assist the Department Manager in the creation of new clinical imaging protocols and advanced ultrasound applications.

1. Coordinate the staff’s continuing education program and actively involve the sonographers in a peer / case review process. (ie staff or MD case presentations)

Required Skills

1. Obtain, review and bring together pertinent patient history, physical examination and supporting clinical data to facilitate diagnostic result.

1. Perform cardiac or vascular ultrasound diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures on patients of all ages by producing, assessing and evaluating ultrasound images and related data according to established standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.

1. Provide interpreting physicians and supervising sonographer with an oral or written summary of technical findings.

1. Learn technical skills related to all ultrasound imaging factors; maintain knowledge of other testing modalities.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• • SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• • COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• • QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• • EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Demonstrate knowledge in human gross and sectional anatomy and physiology and pathophysiology to image and evaluate normal and abnormal tissue structure or function.

1. Learn and understand biological effects of ultrasound.

1. Behavior in accordance with hospital behavioral standards, goals, mission and vision statement of values.

1. Maintain certification in CPR.

1. Utilize proper Infection Control procedures according to department and hospital procedures.

1. Ensure proper recording, documentation, confidentiality and transmission of patient information.

1. Monitor the condition of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operation of the department.

1. Comply with departmental policies regarding employee/patient incident reports.

1. Keep current with clinical developments in the field of ultrasound imaging. Be responsible for continual learning.

1. Participate in daily activities that maintain operations: cleaning stocking, equipment evaluation, moving equipment to bedside studies, data entry and evaluation, emergency call rotation and customer support.

1. Follow PAH Policy directives and procedures the performance of duties and responsibilities.

1. Adhere to behavioral standards.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (CARDIAC):

1. Learn and maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transthoracic echocardiography in the adult population.

1. Recognize and address critical pathology through modification of scan protocols and notification of interpreting physician or supervising sonographer.

Required Skills

• Patrols buildings and grounds including fixed posts, walking patrols, or mobile patrols using company vehicle to travel around and between Memorial locations.
• Provides a visible deterrence to crime, prohibited activities, or suspicious activities.
• Intercedes in disputes between individuals by using verbal de-escalation techniques and skills to diffuse potentially violent patient, employee, or visitor situations.
• Physically manages combative, violent persons who criminally endanger staff, physicians, patients or visitors.
• Participates in property control procedures (accepts, records, stores, returns, or releases to authorized persons) for patient valuables, accounting details, and morgue details.
• Responds to emergency situations, emergency codes and alarms.
• Detains unauthorized individuals as defined by policy or state law, and releases them to the proper authorities.
• Assists air medical teams and transports airlifted patients between helipad and hospital.
• Controls parking and traffic flow and enforces parking regulations.
• Provides visitor and employee escorts as appropriate.
• Reports any conditions that might constitute a security or safety hazard.
• Provides access control to restricted spaces by locking and unlocking doors.
• Investigates and reports on any suspicious activity or persons.
• Obtains written or oral statements related to incidents on MHS property.
• Prepares incident reports.
• Assists local law enforcement agencies during investigations or emergencies.