Diagnostic Breast Sonographer

Diagnostic Breast SonographerLooking to elevate your career? Join us!Work Location: 7550 W University Ave, Suite A Gainesville, FL 32607Work Hours: (Full-Time) Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pmThe Diagnostic Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonography equipment to create necessary images and obtain measurements. Individual must maintain a high degree of accuracy in positioning and scanning technique. Communicates with the patient and relays any pertinent information to the radiologist and documents on tracking sheet/chart. Communicates with the radiologist and understands and performs any necessary additional exams.Department/Center Highlights:Patient-Focused TeamCohesive and Friendly EnvironmentSupportive and Encouraging AtmosphereHere is what you will need:Education: Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program that is accredited by the Commission Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program.Certificates: Active certification with ARDMS. Current compliance with CME requirements.Language Skills: Ability to effectively communicate to patients the procedures and educate women about the role of regular mammography in preventative breast health.Ability to read and write and comprehend medical terminology. Ability to effectively communicate information on a one-on-one and small group basis to doctors, patients, and other employees.Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed and sometimes involved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.Computer Skills: Knowledge of database software and RIS/PACS software.Physical demands: Needs to be able to stand for long periods of time.A Day in the Life of a Diagnostic Breast Sonographer:Provide services and support for the following areas:Understands, promotes and demonstrates the Solis WayProduces high quality ultrasound images and obtain appropriate measurements for each examDocuments all applicable patient and procedure data consistently and correctlyExplains procedures adequately to patients to maximize patient comfort and cooperationAppropriate monitoring during all phases of procedure with special care taken to insure patient emotional and physical well-beingAssist and/or chaperones radiologist when they are performing ultrasound examsAssists radiologists during ultrasound biopsy procedures using appropriate sterile technique and universal precautionsCommunicates patient information in a professional and courteous manner to patients and to referring physicians' offices as required.Maintains the ultrasound equipment for cleanliness and insures proper equipment maintenance and equipment safetyMaintains a good working relationship with Radiologists and other Center staff membersOther duties as assignedWhy Solis Mammography?A Great Place to Work, earning this prestigious award for multiple years running.Offer competitive benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, Backup Child/Adult Care as well as other unique benefits.At Solis Mammography, we save lives. We shape the future of women's health. We are empowered, appreciated, and part of something bigger. Together, we deliver compassionate, exceptional care. Every patient. Every time.Our patient-focused culture is at the heart of every interaction. We deliver the care, compassion and high-touch experience that have made us a valued healthcare partner to the generations of women that we serve. As the nation's leader in breast health services, our commitment to providing excellence in patient care is realized at every level of our organization.