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Position: Sonographer – CMH – Days
Location: South Hill
$15,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by December 31, 2022. Terms and Conditions apply
The Sonographer job performs the practice of ultrasonography and is responsible for the administration of high frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques to humans of all ages (newborn to geriatric) for medical purposes. A Sonographer/Technologist performs ultrasonography procedures and related techniques, producing images est of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. Ultrasonography integrates scientific knowledge, technical skills, patient interaction and compassionate care resulting in diagnostic information.
The Sonographer/Technologist recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of a procedure. The Sonographer/Technologists must demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology. Sonographer/Technologists recognize patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure and exercised independent professional and ethical judgment. Sonographer/Technologists are the primary liaison between patients, licensed independent practitioners and other members of the support team.
The Sonographer/Technologists must remain sensitive to the physical and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, assessment, monitoring, and care skills.
The Sonographer II participates in quality improvement processes and continuous assessment of performance is expected. The Sonographer/Technologists think critically and use independent, professional, and ethical judgment in all aspects of work. This job engages in continuing education to enhance patient care, public education, knowledge, and technical competence is expected in this role.
The scope of practice for the Sonographer/Technologist includes:
Performing diagnostic ultrasound procedure or examination upon the order of, nostic interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner (LIP). Determining ultrasonic frequencies and appropriate transducers for the anatomic area of interest. Assisting a LIP with interventional procedures such as needle localizations, aspirations, biopsies, drainages, etc. Maintaining records, respecting confidentiality and established policy, Applying the principles of patient safety during all aspects of procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.
Receiving, relaying, and documenting verbal, written, and electronic imaging orders in the patients medical record. Corroborating patients clinical history with the ordered procedure while ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner (LIP). Verifying informed consent. Assuming responsibility for patient needs before, during, and after procedures. Preparing patients for procedures. Applying principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
Performing venipuncture per procedural protocol based on imaging a licensed independent practitioner. Starting and maintaining intravenous access per procedural protocol based on an imaging a LIP. Identifying, preparing, and /or administering medications generally associated with diagnostic imaging procedures as prescribed by a LIP. Evaluating images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded. Identifying and escalating emergency situations and managing until appropriate LIP,EMS, MERT, RRT, ves to assume control.
Providing patient education related to imaging procedure. Educating, mentoring, and general oversight of students and other learners in the Radiology environment. Participating and/or performing ongoing quality assurance activities.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration
Requirements for Hire:
Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) as a sonographer ARRT(S) ation in medical sonography ification in cardiac sonography ification as Vascular Technologist Licensure, Certification, or Registration
Requirements for continued employment:
Current Certification by ARRT (S) or RDMS or RDCS or CCI c Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers) Experience
REQUIRED:
One (1) years of previous work experience as an Sonographer/Technologist Experience PREFERRED:
One (1)-3 years of previous work experience as an Sonographer/Technologist Previous work experience in an academic medical center environment
Education /training
REQUIRED:
Graduation from an CAAHEP edited Program in medical/cardiac/vascular sonography or Graduation from a minimum of a 2 year JRC Accredited Program in Radiologic Technology or Sonography that is recognized by the ARRT or Joint Review Committee on
Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, JRC-DMS or graduation from a Bachelors degree program in sonography or vascular sonography.
Education /training PREFERRED:
Bachelors Degree in a radiologic technology, sonography, or vascular sonography. Independent action(s) required:
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