Ultrasonographer

Day (United States of America) Ultrasonographer The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer utilizes high frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques for medical diagnosis. The professional level of this health care service requires highly skilled and competent individuals who function as integral members of the health care team. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer must be able to produce and evaluate ultrasound images and relate data that are used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer must acquire and maintain specialized technical skills and medical knowledge to render quality patient care.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is required; graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) – accredited program is preferred. Bachelor’s degree preferred. SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSURE: Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in General Sonography or registered by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Registration by ARDMS must be obtained within first year of employment to include vascular technology (i.e. abdomen, OB/GYN). Current compliance with continuing medical education (CME) requirements for specialties as appropriate.

Previous experience as a certified Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is preferred. Ability to make independent decisions; performs well under stress. Must be skilled in providing care for newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Complete medical history and/or assessment of general condition is performed and documented prior to examination. Documents two forms of patient identification meeting Joint Commission Standards. Participates in and documents time outs. Assure appropriate informed consent is completed Possess knowledge and skills to care for the following patients in a medical center setting: newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric Answers patient’s questions and assists with patient scheduling as required. Assures efficient throughput and productivity while assuring quality patient care Pre-procedure patient screening is completed.

Examination room is set up properly according to physician, radiologist, or procedure requirements Procedure is completed using cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. Patient safety and comfort is maintained throughout procedure. Radiologist or physician is assisted; knowledge and skill of semi-special procedures, sterile techniques, and special instrumentation is demonstrated. Portable examinations are performed in surgery or patient rooms in an effective and efficient manner. Assists with patient transit as needed. Proper hand off communication is documented.

Hand hygiene, standard precautions and isolation procedures are followed as…

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