Ultrasound Technologist Adult - PRN-1

Job Description

Summary Performs ultrasound procedures at the entry level requiring knowledge of anatomical positioning and physiology. Must be able to perform high quality ultrasound examination for interpretation by a physician on children, adolescents and adults. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC000737 CHS - Ultrasound (Main) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 4 Work Shift

Job Description

Position Purpose Performs ultrasound procedures at the entry level requiring knowledge of anatomical positioning and physiology. Must be able to perform high quality ultrasound examination for interpretation by a physician on children, adolescents and adults.

Experience

• 0-2 years
• Skills: Abdomen including elastography, small parts, pelvic/OB
• GYN, scrotal & pelvic doppler
• Physical
• Requirements (NOTE: The following descriptions are applicable to this

Section

1) Continuous – 6-8 hours per shift; 2) Frequent – 2-6 hours per shift; 3) Infrequent – 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb ladders/step stools. (Frequent to Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work from elevated areas, specifically step stools. (Frequent to Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry, up to 200 feet, 50#, unassisted. Ability to lift patients and move patients to 350#(+/-), assisted. Ability to lift objects from floor level to height of 72 inches, to 50#, unassisted. Ability to lower objects, to 50#(+/-), from height of 72 inches, unassisted. Ability to push/pull objects/patients to 350#(+/-), unassisted. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually. Must possess excellent hand to eye coordination. Additional New Requirements: Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. Must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Computer literacy. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, equipment as required. Additional