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Orlando Health
Per Diem Sonographer- South Lake Hospital
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What they do
An Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer uses ultrasound technology to examine the inside of patients' bodies and diagnose medical conditions. Works closely with other healthcare specialists who assess and treat relevant conditions. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$51,980 / year median in Florida
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary Provides quality patient care when performing diagnostic sonographic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention. Responsibilities Works closely with Radiologist to perform diagnostic sonographic exams. Demonstrates professional judgment in service delivery and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care. Delivers appropriate care, recognizes patient conditions, and ensures successful completion of procedures. Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality. Adheres to Orlando Health mission statement and commitment to excellence standards. Assesses the patient's physical condition and age specific needs. Provides instructions to achieve patient cooperation and desired results. Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient's clinical history and ensures accurate documentation. Positions patient, equipment, and associated devices. Manipulates technical factors to achieve high-quality images for interpretation. Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated. Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks. Administers medical aid as required for any emergency situation. Applies appropriate standard precautions and use of personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases. Assists in supervising student sonographers. Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately. Ensures the safety of all customers. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies, procedures, department guidelines, and education requirements. Follows established standards of practice for image processing and interpretation. Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment. Maintains well-stocked and organized work areas. Works at any facility as required by operational needs or organizational demands. Provides patient transport. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of sonography and meets American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) eligibility guidelines. Knowledge of routine ultrasound procedures which may include invasive procedures such as biopsies, amniocentesis, thoracentesis, breast cyst aspiration, and breast localization, and knowledge of Doppler, 3D/4D, and pediatric sonography. Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registered through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certificate.