Diagnostic Sonographer

Sonographers demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology, showing competence in production, use, recognition, and analysis of ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis. The Sonographer is responsible for performing the daily sonographic procedures and the independent operation of ultrasound equipment, and for performing diagnostic sonographic procedures according to Radiologist. The Sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to uphold and improve his/her education and skills to ensure professional competence.

Posting Specifics:

• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• Hours:
  Full-time (40)
• Shift Details:
  Variable
• Additional Details:
  Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends

Benefits are one of the ways we encourage health for you and your family. Our generous package includes medical, dental and vision coverage. But health is more than a well-working body:
it encompasses body, mind and social well-being. To that end, we've launched a Healthy Living program to address your holistic health. Healthy Living includes financial incentives, digital tools, tobacco cessation, classes, counseling and Paid Time Off. We also offer financial wellness tools and retirement planning.

We're proud to offer caregivers access to tuition assistance, certification assistance, up-front tuition through the PEAK (Path to Education, Advancement, and Knowledge) program, debt-free degrees, and other department education payments or employer-paid education assistance.

Scope:

• Ability to appropriately access, manage and accurately update patient medical records through Hospital Electronic Medical Record Information Systems.
• Maintains patient confidentiality as outlined by privacy and HIPAA guidelines.
• Practices according to the SDMS Code of Ethics for the Profession of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound
• Complete position specific competencies annually.
• Educates, interviews, screens, and explains imaging and safety procedures to patient assuming responsibility for their safety, physical well being, and emotional security while in the sonographer's care.
• Positions patient on imaging table and utilizes immobilization devices as warranted for safety or to obtain optimum views of specified areas of the body as requested by a Physician and following protocols developed by a Radiologist.
• Cleans room and equipment after each patient and assures orderliness of area.
• Monitors patient during procedures either through direct contact, by the use of two-way voice communication or through control room window and/or closed circuit TV screen.
• Practices universal safety precautions to minimize exposure to patient, self, and staff.
• Performs and provides evidence of ongoing quality assurance activities and collaborates and participates in quality review with others to evaluate the quality of care, performance and patient satisfaction (HCAPPS Survey and Radiologist/Physician Orders)
• Fiscally responsible for supply ordering according to established par and budget levels and the posting of correct procedure charges.
• Participates in and ensures continuing education activities as supported and value-added to the current position are continually completed to maintain competency and quality of patient care.
• Follows Department exam protocol and Radiologist guidelines in documenting sonographic findings.
• Performs accurate clinical assessment to identify patient signs and symptoms and adapt procedures as appropriate.
• Effectively operates sonographic equipment to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological and diagnostic sonographic images.
• Uses independent judgment during the sonogram to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings. Initiates the appropriate methods and level of exploration necessary to document, clarify and quantify disease processes.
• Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information in medical history and effectively communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
• Practices universal safety precautions to minimize exposure to patient, self, and staff.

The list below is considered to be essential functions of your position and all associates within SCL Health are expected to meet the following in their day to day work:

• Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
• Be available to work overtime, if needed.
• Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
• Be respectful of all with whom you interact and follow the SCL Health Service Behaviors.
• Be well groomed and dressed appropriately for your role.
• Be in compliance with the drug and alcohol policies
• Be sufficiently rested to perform your duties throughout the period assigned.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn.
• Be able to communicate clearly, think clearly and concentrate on assigned tasks.
• Follows all applicable hospital policies and procedures.
• Follows policies and procedures for infection control and facility safety in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
• Follows 'Patients' Rights Policy' at all times.
• Demonstrates knowledge of information management as appropriate.

Experience

• Satisfactory completion of formal ultrasound training in an AMA approved school and/or formal on-the-job ultrasound training in addition to graduating from an AMA approved medical program.
• Recommend experience in abdominal, OB/GYN, small parts, vascular and interventional ultrasound.

Certifications

Required:

• RDMS Physics SPI Registry upon hire or Registry from Equivalent Society (ARRT, CRGS, etc)
• RDMS or Equivalent Society abdominal or OB/GYN specialty within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain abdominal or OB/GYN specialty credentialing and RVT within a reasonable period of time after hire.
• BLS required within 60 days of hire

Skills

Required:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Requirements:

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. - and -Frequent interactions with patient care provid.