Sonographer I

Base Pay Range:$36.95 - $55.43Job Description:Summary: To obtain the safest and highest quality diagnostic sonography exams for image documentation of anatomy and pathology and interpretation by a radiologist, per established Inland Imaging guidelines and protocols.Essential Duties / Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Performs high quality ultrasound exams that are consistently approved by radiologists and to the accepted protocol.Performs various sonography exams, including abdomen/small parts, breast, OBGYN, vascular, pediatric and musculoskeletal.Assists radiologists with interventional procedures.Accurately obtains and records patient medial historyDemonstrates proficiency at utilizing Medicalis & PACS in locating prior reports/studies pertinent to exams being done.Utilizes Medicalis to track patient check-in/availability and accurately codes procedures.Calls patients and providers to clarify exams, indications, referrals, patient preparatory information and general questions.Arrives to all on-call assignments within 30-minutes of being contactedAssists in the transportation of patients as neededCoordinates patient care between departments to facilitate a smooth workflowWorks in clinical outpatient setting but may cover in a hospital setting at times.Performs other duties as assignedClinicsPerform a variety of outpatient examinations which may include:Abdominal (renal, thyroid, scrotal, hernias, etc.)OBGYN (pelvis, 1st-3rd trimester obstetrics, anatomical evaluations, fetal well-being assessments, etc.)Pediatrics (brain, head, spine, hips, pylorus, appendix, etc.)Musculoskeletal (muscles, tendons, joints, soft tissue mass, etc.)Assist with interventional musculoskeletal proceduresGeneral Duties and Responsibilities:Ability to maintain strict confidentiality within the Inland Imaging companies and Inland’s customers.Follows all Health and Safety policies and guidelines of Inland Imaging or its partners depending on work location.Follows all company policies including those regarding harassment, non-retaliation, discrimination, respectful workplace, and related policies.Follows all policies regarding HIPAA, non-disclosure of confidential information and company security.Honest, pleasant manner and good personal hygiene.Free of alcohol and drug abuse.Valid state driver’s license and proof of insurance.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Detail oriented; ability to multi-task; organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrates self-directed learning and meets professional continuing education requirements through professional journals, approved seminars, etc.Ability to consider individual physical and emotional needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages.Adheres to departmental standards and personnel policies by demonstrating professional demeanor in conduct and appearance.Follows company departmental standards and personnel policies by using good teamwork and communication skills to help identify concerns and solutions, assisting where needed to ensure a smooth functioning department.Performs other duties as required by displaying team spirit and self-growth, accepting and performing other projects and responsibilities, and requesting other projects and responsibilities.Quarterly quality assurance meeting attendance is required for this position.Attendance is a requirement for this position.Supervisory Responsibilities:There is little to no supervisory responsibility in this positionAdvocacy:Treats all patients and coworkers with dignity and respect Provides excellent customer service Conforms to Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations Complies with PHI (Protected Health Information) Demonstrates the Inland Imaging Core ValuesShow We Care, Do The Right Thing, Maximize Individual Potential, Challenge ConventionQualifications:Education:High School Diploma/GED requiredAccredited Sonography Program to pass the ARDMSExperience: One year of experience as a sonographer is preferredAnatomy and medical terminology preferred.Medical office experience preferred.Understanding of ultrasound examinations is required.Must be able to take call as neededEPIC experience preferred and training available for extensive knowledge of electronic health recordRegistration: Must have successfully passed ARDMS ultrasound registration examinationMust pass ARDMS boards within 12 months of Technologist being trained, working independently and signed off with a current competency checklistCertifications: Current CPR/BLS requiredComputer Skills: Experience with the following computer applications is highly desired: Outlook; Microsoft Office Suite; Workday; Qgenda, Medicalis; Philips Intellispace; EPIC, Viewpoint; Internet/Intranet, WebexBackground Check:Must be able to pass a background check required by RCW View phone number on click.appcast.io to work with children under the age of 16, developmentally disabled persons or vulnerable adultsIn order to comply with provisions set forth in Sections 1128 and 1156 of the Social Security Act, all new employees of Inland Imaging Clinical Associates, LLC will be checked against the LIST OF EXCLUDED INDIVIDUALS provided by the Department of Health & Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (OIG). Employees must not be included on this list.Drug Test: Eligible employees must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.Nuvodia/Inland is an EEO employer... #J-18808-Ljbffr