Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer position presents an exciting opportunity for the diagnostic technician to advance their skills working independently in a supportive team-based environment within a Multi-Specialty (Cardiology, Pulmonology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology and Podiatry) ambulatory clinic. As an Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, you will provide ultrasound procedures in accordance with established protocols. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for performing diagnostic procedures (Vascular, Abdomen, and Small parts) on patients using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structure, providing quality images for interpretation. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs patient assessments, acquires, and analyzes data obtained using ultrasound, and uses independent judgment and systematic problem-solving methods to produce high quality diagnostic information and optimize patient care. Provides a summary of findings to the physician or health care provider to aid in patient diagnosis and management. Our team of diagnostic technicians model a commitment to the organization's vision, mission, and values to support an unparalleled patient experience and positive clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with the patient's care team including, primary care team, specialists and any others involved with the patient's care to optimize clinical outcomes.

Performs high quality ultrasound procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner.

Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.

Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.

Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques.

Prepares exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infections disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.

Reviews patient medical history and supporting clinical information. Evaluate any contraindications, insufficient patient preparation, and the patient's inability or unwillingness to tolerate the examination and associated procedures.

Uses proper patient positioning tools, devices, equipment adjustment, and ergonomically correct scanning techniques to ensure patient comfort and safety, and to prevent compromised data acquisition and musculoskeletal injury to the sonographer.

Ensures that the sonography examination order is complete, contains relevant information, and meets the standard of "medical necessity."

Conducts patient clinical assessment and perform the diagnostic medical sonography examination ordered by the supervising physician in accordance with professional and facility protocols.

Applies independent, professional, ethical judgment, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic sonography procedures.

Applies independent judgment during the sonography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images. As necessary, acquire additional ultrasound imaging to facilitate optimum diagnostic results for the interpreting physician.

Reviews examination images, synthesize examination results, and prepare the preliminary findings.

Provides patient services consistent with the Scope of Practice and Clinical Standards for the Diagnostic Sonographer.

Operates the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).

Assists with the education and training of sonography students and physician residents.

Ensures all equipment utilized has had QC performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.

Stocks supplies and prepares patient rooms and equipment.

Cleans, maintains, and stores equipment (machine and accessories) and all required logs as per manufacturer's guidelines.

Ensures all tasks provided and associated with patient care, patient administrative processes and related duties comply with all regulatory and accreditation standards, and Central Health Standard Operating Procedures, Policies and Procedures.

Participates in daily patient care (unit) huddles.

Enhances the patient experience by practicing AIDET during each patient interaction.

Participates in continuous quality improvement projects in order to better serve the patient, family and healthcare system to improve the quality of service provided.

Attends staff meetings and education offerings both in person and via teleconference/online as required.

Supports organizational initiatives to promote and maintain a strong positive workplace culture.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

High level of skill at building relationships and providing excellent customer and patient care.

High degree of knowledge and competency in performing ultrasound procedures.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

Strong commitment to quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Qualifications

Associate's degree Graduation from an accredited Ultrasound Technology Program - Required

One (1) year experience as a fulltime Vascular/ultrasound technician in a hospital, diagnostic imaging, or ambulatory clinic setting - Required

Proficient knowledge of Ultrasound Equipment,ARDMS and or CCI Registry. -Preferred

Registry eligible for ARDMS(RDMS,RVT) or CCI (RVS) Required. New hire must sit and pass the above registries within one year of hire date.

At least one of the following Upon Hire Required :

Radiologic Technologist specializing in Sonography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). RVT,RDMS certifications.

Medical Sonographer credentialed from Cardiovascular Credentialing International(CCI)RVS certification.

Current licensure as RDMS, RVT or RVS- Preferred

Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification required. Recertification of existing employees is due within one month of expiration date