Job Summary

The Sonographer is responsible for performing high quality diagnostic exams/procedures in the Ultrasound department in an efficient manner according to the physician’s order. The Sonographer works effectively with patients and physicians and maintains cooperative relationships with interdepartmental personnel.

Experience in performing abdomen, OB/GYN, small parts, breast, pediatric ultrasounds, paracentesis, thoracentesis, and other ultrasound guided needle biopsies.

*Weeknight call is required and holiday rotation. Weekends are currently covered by weekend option sonographer.

*Competitive pay and clinical ladder are in place.

Job Duties

*Organizes workload during high volume to expedite patient care and communicates to other technologists all pending exams and any pertinent information.

*Assists the physician in performing radiology procedures.

*Promotes positive relationships at the department level and discusses concerns with the supervisor and presents the department in a positive manner to other employees and staff.

*Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with other individuals.

*Prepares for diagnostic testing by verification of physician order, verification of patient identity, communication with nursing unit when necessary for order clarification and/or patient transport needs.

*Thoroughly explains the procedure to the patient and/or family and answers questions regarding the test to alleviate anxiety and prepare patient for test.

*Obtains the highest quality studies possible following department protocol for physician interpretation.

*Maintains current BLS and ARDMS and/or CCI credentialing licensure status.

Job responsibilities

Require a considerable amount of physical work. The individual will be required to assist with lifting and moving patients, pushing of carts, wheelchairs, and other equipment; and lifting or pushing of up to 300 pounds. Workday requires frequent walking, stooping, bending, and moderate degrees of stooping and repetitive hand and wrist movement. Work requires dexterity, hand/eye coordination, and physical ability to push and operate medical equipment. The individual must also be able to maneuver throughout the halls, stairways, and patient rooms in response to hospital emergencies.

Education:

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of sonography, registered by ARDMS and/or CCI within 6 months of hire. Must have BLS upon hire or 30 days post hire date.