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Required Skills

1. Performs initial cytological evaluation of gynecological (SurePath and conventional) specimens.

1. Performs initial cytological evaluation of non-gynecological specimen preparations including fine needle aspirations and special stains.

1. Results and reports (when appropriate) cytologic specimen findings into LIS.

1. Performs cytology-based molecular pathology testing (HPV).

1. Integrates cytology-based molecular test (HPV) results into the cytology report.

1. Performs quality control evaluation of specimens and stains in the cytopreparatory area providing processing guidance to the cytopreparatory technologist on a rotational basis.

1. Assumes the duties of the cytopreparatory technologist when necessary.

1. Provides secretarial support (when needed).

1. Technologists not on FNA-Biopsy Team will support FNA-Biopsy Team in performing fine-needle aspiration/biopsy adequacy procedures.

1. FNA-Biopsy Team: Performs or supports cytopathologist on FNA/core biopsy adequacy procedures on a weekly rotational basis.

1. FNA-Biopsy Team: Collects specimens for additional studies during FNA/BX procedures.

1. FNA-Biopsy Team: Maintains all competencies and education related to FNA/BX procedures, including telecytopathology.

1. FNA-Biopsy Team: Accessions, stains, and performs initial cytologic evaluation on all cases performed during an FNA adequacy procedure.

1. FNA-Biopsy Team: Maintains all stains, materials and FNA carts utilized during FNA procedures.

1. FNA-Biopsy Team: Updates and maintains all databases and logs related to FNA/BX specimen workflow and quality assurance.

1. Follows established standards and practices set-forth in related safety, operation and procedure manuals for all associated federal, state and regulatory guidelines.

1. Maintains and stays current on all related and assigned competencies and computer-based learning (CBL) modules.

1. Promotes an attitude of teamwork and effective communication and rapport with management and staff of Memorial Laboratory Services, Memorial Medical Center and Memorial Health Systems including its affiliates.

1. Maintains confidentiality of all information regarding patients according to hospital policy and federal HIPAA regulations.

1. Conforms to MHS mission, vision and values including its strategic plan and philosophy regarding the Behavioral Standards.

1. 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. Perform clerical duties necessary for patient registration into the Radiology information System.

1. Transport patient to and from the imaging procedure room.

1. Provide patient assistance during the imaging exam process.

1. Utilize proper infection control practice.

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. Maintain an excellent guest relations rapport with patients, visitors, Physicians and fellow employees.

1. Maintain a clean and safe work environment in area of assignment.

1. Stock rooms.

1. Fold linen.

1. Assist imaging staff with inventory management.

1. Take call as required.

1. Manage phone calls.

1. Under direction of the appropriately licensed staff, mix oral contrast per Radiologist approved protocol.

1. Under the direction of the appropriately licensed staff, load the pressure injectors per Radiologist approved protocol.

1. 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. 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. Via a team approach, the staff will coordinate the patient flow and schedule of the CT modality.
2. The technologist checks the patients’ chart or scripts to be sure the exam ordered by the physician matches the requisition received by the department.
3. Use independent professional judgment to assure exam will clinically evaluate the given diagnosis. Refer discrepancies to radiologist or ordering physician.
4. Prepares the room, equipment, medication and secures supplies needed to perform the exam and maintain a clean and safe environment for patient.
5. Will adhere to safety standards set forth by the organization in accordance with ACR guidelines (ALARA).
6. The technologist will explain the procedure and the function of the equipment to the patient as well as answer any questions the patient may have, will intently review the medical history, to include medication lists and lab results, if performed, prior to starting procedure, check patient record for previous pertinent information or procedures, contact radiologist when direction is needed, document appropriate information in the patient record/PACS system.
7. Performs requested CT exams of appropriate regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the organization and the reading radiologist. Observes patient during procedure, reports unusual occurrences and records patients’ condition when necessary.
8. Lifts, moves, and transports patients via wheelchair or cart when necessary.
9. Maintain knowledge on the composition, storage, and administration of contrast media agents according to department protocols under guidance and approval of a physician.
10. Transfers, maintains basic quality assurance issues and recalls images from PACS system.
11. Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots when appropriate. Reports any need for service or repair to appropriate leadership.
12. Participates in ongoing QA/QC and process improvement programs.
13. Assists in providing a safe work environment and is dedicated to providing patient satisfaction.
14. Maintain continuing education credits in compliance with licensing agency.
15. Maintains clinical competency.
16. Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures including, but not limited to, those regarding infection control, hand hygiene, attendance, and appearance.
17. Performs other related work as required or requested.

Required Skills

1. Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures, interventional ultrasound and sonographic vascular exams on outpatients of all ages, according to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

1. Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound, interventional ultrasound and sonographic vascular procedures on inpatients (General, IMC and ICU) both in the department and bedside via portable Sonography as needed, according to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

1. Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures in surgical environment according to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

1. Perform Transcranial Doppler Exams.

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. Maintain technical skills relating to imaging factors.

1. Maintain an excellent guest relations rapport with patients, visitors, physicians and fellow employees.

1. Maintain skills in performing emergency and routine patient care as required.

1. Utilize proper infection control practices per the department procedure manual.

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

1. Ensure proper recording and transmission of patient information.

1. Comply with department procedures regarding employee / patient incident reports.

1. Review and recommend equipment / supply purchases.

1. Participate in continuing education, meet requirements for all mandatory inservices and maintain knowledge of current and new technology.

1. Capable of working independently and provide guidance to Level I Sonographer.

1. Coordinate daily patient flow within the department.

1. 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. Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures, interventional ultrasound and sonographic vascular exams on outpatients of all ages, according to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

1. Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound, interventional ultrasound and sonographic vascular procedures on inpatients (General, IMC and ICU) both in the department and bedside via portable Sonography as needed, according to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

1. Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures in surgical environment according to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

1. Perform Transcranial Doppler Exams.

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. Maintain technical skills relating to imaging factors.

1. Maintain an excellent guest relations rapport with patients, visitors, physicians and fellow employees.

1. Maintain skills in performing emergency and routine patient care as required.

1. Utilize proper infection control practices per the department procedure manual.

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

1. Ensure proper recording and transmission of patient information.

1. Comply with department procedures regarding employee / patient incident reports.

1. Review and recommend equipment / supply purchases.

1. Participate in continuing education, meet requirements for all mandatory inservices and maintain knowledge of current and new technology.

1. Capable of working independently and provide guidance to Level I Sonographer.

1. Coordinate daily patient flow within the department.

1. 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

Perform a variety of nuclear medicine imaging, Hybrid PET/CT imaging and therapeutic procedures on patients of all ages, according to established standards, policies, protocols and guidelines.

• Advanced procedures including
• PET/CT exams
• Shunt patency exams
• Brain death studies
• Octreoscan

Therapeutic administrations including

• Inpatient and Outpatient ¹³¹I ablations
• Strontium/Samarium
• Xofigo
• SPECT/CT Imaging
• Attenuation Correction and diagnostic quality studies
• Oral and IV contrasted studies 

Maintain technical skills relating to imaging factors.

Maintain an excellent guest relations rapport with patients, visitors, Physicians and fellow employees.

Maintain skills in performing emergency and routine patient care as required.

Maintain technical skills with the performance of bariatric imaging to include the operation of bariatric patient transfer devices.

Maintain technical skills with the performance of imaging of ICU patients.

Utilize proper infection control practices per the department procedure manual.

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

Ensure proper recording and transmission of patient information.

Comply with department procedure regarding employee / patient incident reports.

Participate in continuing education and maintain knowledge of current and new technology.

Perform quality control procedures in accordance with manufacture guidelines on all Nuclear Medicine imaging equipment.

Successfully perform biweekly Normalization of PET/CT scanner and keep proper records of   Remove this requirement is obsolete.

Capable of modifying existing protocols and building new protocols for the PET/CT scanner.

Capable of resolving camera issues-calling support, rescheduling patients, rearranging the schedule, and able to assist field engineers when needed.

Monitor Preventative Maintenance of both scanner and contrast injector.

Maintain proper safety measures in handling of all radiopharmaceuticals and employee radiation exposure dosage.

Capable of working independently and provide guidance to Level I & II Technologists. Assist with the instruction of radiography students and new employees.

Participate in flexible work hours that coincide with workload demands, overtime required when necessary.

Take call as required to assigned area of department.

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. 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. Via a team approach, the staff will coordinate the patient flow and schedule of the CT modality.
2. The technologist checks the patients’ chart or scripts to be sure the exam ordered by the physician matches the requisition received by the department.
3. Use independent professional judgment to assure exam will clinically evaluate the given diagnosis. Refer discrepancies to radiologist or ordering physician.
4. Prepares the room, equipment, medication and secures supplies needed to perform the exam and maintain a clean and safe environment for patient.
5. Will adhere to safety standards set forth by the organization in accordance with ACR guidelines (ALARA).
6. The technologist will explain the procedure and the function of the equipment to the patient as well as answer any questions the patient may have, will intently review the medical history, to include medication lists and lab results, if performed, prior to starting procedure, check patient record for previous pertinent information or procedures, contact radiologist when direction is needed, document appropriate information in the patient record/PACS system.
7. Performs requested CT exams of appropriate regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the organization and the reading radiologist. Observes patient during procedure, reports unusual occurrences and records patients’ condition when necessary.
8. Lifts, moves, and transports patients via wheelchair or cart when necessary.
9. Maintain knowledge on the composition, storage, and administration of contrast media agents according to department protocols under guidance and approval of a physician.
10. Transfers, maintains basic quality assurance issues and recalls images from PACS system.
11. Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots when appropriate. Reports any need for service or repair to appropriate leadership.
12. Participates in ongoing QA/QC and process improvement programs.
13. Assists in providing a safe work environment and is dedicated to providing patient satisfaction.
14. Maintain continuing education credits in compliance with licensing agency.
15. Maintains clinical competency.
16. Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies and procedures including, but not limited to, those regarding infection control, hand hygiene, attendance, and appearance.
17. Performs other related work as required or requested.

Required Skills

• Performs routine radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures according to department policy and procedures.

• Updates patient examination history files.
• Enters data into computer system.
• Consults with supervisors, Radiologist, or ordering physician as necessary to provide appropriate patient care.
• Understands all procedures and assists physician in a variety of exams.

• Follows appropriate safety precautions.

• Performs visual preventative safety inspections.
• Reports dangerous department or equipment conditions appropriately.

• Works  to develop protocol and perform procedures for line placement and pain management procedures.
• Maintains IDNS license and ARRT registration; remains current on developing trends in diagnostic radiology; participates in continuing education.
• Maintains clean, neat and orderly work area; maintains appropriate supply levels.
• Treats patients in professional and respectful manner.
• Demonstrates age-specific competency.
• Explains procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

1. Work collaboratively with physicians, residents and other healthcare providers to promote and improve safe medication use

• Consult with physicians and other health care providers to develop and implement a medication plan that meets the overall goals of patient care established by the health care team
• Participates in interdisciplinary critical care patient care rounds
• Represents pharmacy at various interdepartmental meetings (i.e. Unit Based Council, Stroke Committee, Critical Care Committee, etc.)

1. Promotes and demonstrates rational, cost effective drug therapy through effective, criteria based management of medications within the Intensive Care Units

1. Guides practice for specific critical care patient populations based on experience and additional clinical training/certifications/knowledge. Serves as a lead Critical Care pharmacist in Neuro/Trauma, Medical/Surgical and/or Cardiac critical care 

1. Ensures appropriateness, effectiveness, and safety of each patient’s medication regimen in order to manage all aspects of medication use for patients on the critical care units

1. Documents all recommendations and interventions in the electronic medical chart

1. Prevent, detect, monitor, and report adverse events (medication errors and adverse reactions).

1. Promotes evidence based, medication related care especially in the areas of Heart Failure, Stroke, AMI, Pneumonia, Sepsis and antimicrobial stewardship.

1. Serves as an educational resource for patients, pharmacy colleagues, students, residents, physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.

1. Serves as a preceptor for PGY-1 pharmacy residents in critical care areas.

1. Assists in the development of critical care related orders sets, pathways and measures

1. Performs order entry, order verification or clinical order review

1. Serves as a pharmacy representative to various Hospital committees or project work groups as they relate to critical care clinical pharmacy practice

• Provides Pharmacy & Therapeutic Committee support through presentations for formulary management or quality improvement

1. Actively participates in the professional development of pharmacy students and pharmacy residents

1. Ensures compliance with all local, state and national regulatory requirements and practices within Springfield Memorial Hospital’s policies and procedures.

1. Participate in or lead at least 1 quality improvement initiative on an annual basis

1. Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education, seminars, workshops and professional affiliations.

1. Provide formal medication related consultations (i.e. Pharmacokinetic consultations) as required

1. 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.