Dear Ultrasound Insider,
It’s no secret that imaging departments today face considerable challenges in maintaining appropriate staffing levels. And when sufficient staff is not available to perform studies, a department’s revenue potential suffers.
A proactive ultrasound ergonomics program can not only improve employee morale, but also offers bottom-line benefits, according to Susan L. Murphey of ergonomics consulting firm Sound Ergonomics of Kenmore, WA. In our Ultrasound Insider Exclusive article this month, Murphey discusses the key elements of an effective ultrasound ergonomics program.
Basic phases of ergonomics intervention include: work analysis, problem evaluation, proposal of solutions, implementation of solutions, and evaluation of results, Murphey said. To read more about this issue's featured article, click here.
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