OB/GYN Ultrasound Technician

This website is AudioEye enabled and is being optimized for accessibility. To open the AudioEye Toolbar, press \"shift + =\". Some assistive technologies may require the use of a passthrough function before this keystroke. For more information, activate the button labeled \"Explore your accessibility options\". This position will report directly to the Physician Champion and Clinical Manager for direction and guidelines. A Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Ultrasound Tech) is a Diagnostic Ultrasound Professional who provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. The Diagnostic 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. Role & Responsibilities Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings Analyses; sonograms, synthesize sonographic information, medical history and communicates findings to the appropriate physician Coordinates work schedule with Departmental Director/Leader and or, scheduling desk to assure workload coverage Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care Assists with the daily operations of the sonographic laboratory Supports the maintenance of daily log of patients seen/completes exam billing Performs all requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician Prepares preliminary reports and relays finding to physician when required, according to established guidelines Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided Addresses problems of patient care as they arise and makes decisions to appropriately resolve problems Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required Assumes the safety and well-being of all patients in the sonographic area/department Assisting fellow team members as needed Ensure all process/procedure knowledge and actions falls with department standards Maintains and promotes professional and positive team relationships and work environment Displays willingness and ability to engage in a team approach and professional manner at all times Ability to communicate with patients and staff in a clear, concise, confident and professional manner Maintains attendance as scheduled including on time arrival and work day finish Performs other work-related duties as assigned Qualifications and Education Requirements 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 Experience as defined by institution Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment Ability to integrate diagnostic sonograms, laboratory results, patient history and medical records and adapt sonographic examinations as necessary Ability to use independent judgement 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 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 Physical Environment Medical office setting with administrative centers and patient exam and procedure rooms in all centers. Office and Medical/procedural equipment present in an indoor work environment. Lifting of no more than 20 occasionally Walking, sitting, standing and bending intervals up to 8 hours per day Clinical and Administrative team presence, not an isolated work area #J-18808-Ljbffr Macomb Oakland Obstetrics PC