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61 lines
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# Tasks & work activities — radiographer
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Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 29-2032.00 (Diagnostic Medical Sonographers).
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## Task statements
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- **[Core]** Decide which images to include, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas.
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- **[Core]** Observe screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, making adjustments to equipment as required.
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- **[Core]** Observe and care for patients throughout examinations to ensure their safety and comfort.
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- **[Core]** Provide sonogram and oral or written summary of technical findings to physician for use in medical diagnosis.
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- **[Core]** Operate ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses, such as fluid accumulations.
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- **[Core]** Select appropriate equipment settings and adjust patient positions to obtain the best sites and angles.
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- **[Core]** Determine whether scope of exam should be extended, based on findings.
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- **[Core]** Obtain and record accurate patient history, including prior test results or information from physical examinations.
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- **[Core]** Prepare patient for exam by explaining procedure, transferring patient to ultrasound table, scrubbing skin and applying gel, and positioning patient properly.
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- **[Core]** Record and store suitable images, using camera unit connected to the ultrasound equipment.
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- **[Core]** Coordinate work with physicians or other healthcare team members, including providing assistance during invasive procedures.
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- **[Core]** Maintain records that include patient information, sonographs and interpretations, files of correspondence, publications and regulations, or quality assurance records, such as pathology, biopsy, or post-operative reports.
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- **[Core]** Perform legal and ethical duties, including preparing safety or accident reports, obtaining written consent from patient to perform invasive procedures, or reporting symptoms of abuse or neglect.
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- **[Core]** Supervise or train students or other medical sonographers.
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- **[Core]** Maintain stock and supplies, preparing supplies for special examinations and ordering supplies when necessary.
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- **[Core]** Clean, check, and maintain sonographic equipment, submitting maintenance requests or performing minor repairs as necessary.
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- **[Core]** Perform clerical duties, such as scheduling exams or special procedures, keeping records, or archiving computerized images.
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- **[Core]** Perform medical procedures, such as administering oxygen, inserting and removing airways, taking vital signs, or giving emergency treatment, such as first aid or cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
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- **[Supplemental]** Process and code film from procedures and complete appropriate documentation.
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- **[Supplemental]** Load and unload film cassettes used to record images from procedures.
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## Detailed work activities
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- Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment.
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- Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
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- Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
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- Clean medical equipment or facilities.
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- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
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- Communicate test or assessment results to medical professionals.
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- Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems.
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- Examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation.
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- Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.
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- Gather medical information from patient histories.
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- Implement advanced life support techniques.
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- Maintain inventory of medical supplies or equipment.
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- Maintain medical facility records.
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- Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities.
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- Monitor video displays of medical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
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- Obtain written authorization to perform activities.
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- Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
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- Order medical supplies or equipment.
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- Perform clerical work in medical settings.
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- Position patients for treatment or examination.
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- Prepare accident or incident reports.
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- Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.
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- Prepare official health documents or records.
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- Prepare patients physically for medical procedures.
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- Process x-rays or other medical images.
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- Record patient medical histories.
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- Repair medical facility equipment.
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- Schedule patient procedures or appointments.
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- Supervise patient care personnel.
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- Train medical providers.
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- Treat medical emergencies.
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