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Summary
Performs with latitude for independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative, Diagnostic Ultrasound exams, and invasive procedures of designated anatomy to physician specifications. Works in a hospital facility that offers full hospital services. Provides direct patient care to high acuity patients encompassing emergency, inpatient and outpatient classes supporting up to and including trauma and ICU.

Job Duties

• Assists in the education and training of new employees, students, and other ancillary personnel.
• Assists physicians in the performance of specialized procedures.
• Ensures mandatory hospital programs are completed on time.
• Documents accurate history, signs and symptoms, preliminary findings, and contact information.
• Ensures coordination of daily work duties within the team; coordinates timing of exams within department guidelines.
• Ensures floors are called and patients are scheduled appropriately.
• Produces images of optimal quality using sound judgment and deviating from normal techniques to optimally visualize the principle area of interest
• Provides proper patient care, comfort, and understanding at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical School Diploma of approved CAHEA School of Diagnostic Ultrasound.
• 2 years Experience performing imaging examinations using established protocols.
• Knowledge acquired through completion of occupationally specific education.
• RDMS - Reg Diagnostic Medical Sonographer ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Upon Hire
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Within 90 Days

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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