Sonographer

Sonographer   3810 Cardiac Ultrasound Schedule: Day Shift.  40 hours weekly.  0730am – 4:00pm to include weekends and holidays and on call. About the Position The Sonographer supports the Reid Health Mission, Vision, Values, and Key Service Behaviors. The Sonographer performs Ultrasound diagnostic imaging exams on patients per physician/provider orders with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency. Employee will be responsible for performing Adult and Pediatric Echocardiogram(s)  and Vascular ultrasound exams. Overview of Responsibilities Corroborates patient’s clinical history with procedure; ensures information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. Prepares patients for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety. Selects and operates imaging equipment and associated accessories to successfully perform procedures. Selects appropriate anatomic program for the desired protocol. Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort. Immobilizes patients as required for appropriate examination. Competently operates Ultrasound equipment. Evaluates Ultrasound images for technical quality; manipulates display parameters, and provides hard copy and electronic records, ensuring proper identification is recorded. Responsible for assigned area and reporting of equipment malfunction; contacts appropriate service vendor when having errors and/or issues with any equipment. Responsible for the physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures. Maintains archival storage of digitized data as appropriate. Obtains vital signs (pulse, respiration, and blood pressure) when needed. Provides patient education; explains pre- and post-procedural instructions to patient and/or patient’s family. Provides practical instruction for students and/or healthcare professionals. Participates in the department quality assessment and improvement plan. Applies principles of patient safety during all procedures, including assisting/transporting patients. Provides assistance to office staff with answering the phones and any other office work that is needed. Ensures that each radiology room is clean before bringing a patient into the room, cleaned daily, and stocked with supplies. Wipes down equipment after use of each patient with a hospital-approved germicide. Completes all paperwork in PACS, RIS, etc. Ensures all paperwork is correct and complete when submitting a PACS correction to a PACS superuser or administrator. Supervises students when applicable. Performs monthly Quality Assurance. Attends meetings when able, based on patient care needs. Obtains 30 hours of Continuing Education every 3 years. Completes all required computer-based learning modules on time. Attends 75% of department meetings. Adheres to regulatory requirements (DNV, HFAP, ISDH, OSHA, ACR,…