Sonographer-Imaging @ East River Road

Performs diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. Responsible for providing a wide range of highly technical diagnostic exams including but not limited to abdominal, small parts, GYN, abdominal and peripheral vascular, portable exams and interventional procedures. Completes training and receives regular direct supervision or guidance from a more senior sonographer. Receives orientation to the Department's infrastructure, policies, protocols, workflows, procedures and routines. Responsible for scanning patients in a safe and efficient manner, completing all associated paper and computer work, and discharging the patient from the US department with appropriate post US instructions.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures; Provides a wide range of highly technical diagnostic exams including abdominal, small parts, GYN, abdominal and peripheral vascular, portable exams and interventional procedures; Completes training and receives regular direct supervision or guidance from a more senior sonographer; Scans patients in a safe and efficient manner; Performs ultrasound imaging and therapy in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice; Adjusts equipment controls to produce high quality images and prepares/presents them for timely interpretation; Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment; Prepares room and patient specific to exam; Maintains accurate patient record keeping; Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements; Adheres to safety policies

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in diagnostic medical sonography or related required; Associate's degree and certificate in diagnostic medical sonography required; Equivalent combination of education and experience; Registered or registry eligible by the ARDMS upon hire required; Non-registered sonographers must obtain ARDMS Abdominal and OB/GYN certifications within 1 year