Job Summary The Medical Sonographer (Ultrasound Tech) is a Diagnostic Ultrasound Professional and provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. The Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. The Medical Sonographer is also responsible for daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA). The Sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease and new procedures as they evolve. Duties 1. Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations 2. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. 3. Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings 4. Analyzes sonograms; synthesizes sonographic information and medical history; and communicates findings to the appropriate physician 5. Coordinates work schedule with departmental director and/or scheduling desk to ensure workload coverage 6. Assists with the daily operations of the sonographic laboratory 7. Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation 8. Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating hospitals, referral or commercial agencies 9. Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required 10. Coordinates with other staff to ensure appropriate patient care is provided 11. Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required 12. Ensures the safety and well-being of all patients in the sonographic area/department 13. Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member 14. Performs other related duties as assigned Experience Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT), American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or Cardiovascular Technology Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) preferred Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriate Current Basic Life Support/CPR Certification Experience as defined by the institution Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment Ability to evaluate sonograms in order to acquire appropriate diagnostic information Ability to integrate diagnostic sonograms, laboratory results, patient history and medical records and adapt sonographic examination as necessary Ability to use independent judgment to acquire the optimum diagnostic sonographic information in each examination performed Ability to evaluate, synthesize and communicate diagnostic information to the attending physician Ability to communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient's needs Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and health care team Ability to follow established departmental procedures Ability to work efficiently and cope with emergency situations

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person