Class Concept
Positions in this class work in a radiology department using non-invasive ultrasound imaging techniques such as gray-scale, real-time, spectral-power, and color Doppler to detect or identify abnormalities. Positions apply clinical ultrasound to capture abnormalities or changes in general abdominal, obstetric/gynecological/fetal, small parts/breast/musculoskeletal, vascular/cardiac, and to biopsy body tissue, etc. Positions must accurately apply linear, curved linear array, phased array/sector, endocavitary, and intraoperative probing techniques and determine appropriate depth ranges (i.e., deep, middle, or superficial) and footprint size in addition to ensuring an appropriate seal is obtained between the client and the transducer and the client is appropriately positioned such that an accurate and clear image will be captured. Also, positions in this class provide a written summary of the technical findings and discuss test results with the physician. Position may use static, mobile, or portable diagnostic equipment, thermal black and white and/or color printers, digital video recorders, and a variety of hard/software. Positions in this class must be able to conduct safety testing and ensure that equipment and machines meet quality specifications and may be responsible for the oversight of maintenance contracts. In addition, positions in this class must conduct frequent equipment and machine reviews as rapid changes in technology and changing clinical expectations occur.
