Ultrasonographer

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Ultrasonographer performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Uses ultrasound technology and techniques to assist in the diagnosis of patient medical problems for patients throughout the age continuum.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2. *Performs ultrasound procedures to include abdominal, obstetrical, gynecological, neuro, small parts, interventional and Doppler.

3. *Uses sterile technique as required for invasive procedures.

4. *Optimally demonstrates patient anatomy through proper positioning and transducer selection.

5. *Competently operates all ultrasound equipment and support systems to include HIS, RIS, Scheduling System, PACS, and offsite Radiologist Services.

6. *Utilizes department computer systems, PACS, etc., to review patient history and provide accurate documentation of studies.

7. *Properly cares for and images patients of all ages; maintains patient confidentiality.

8. *Coordinates exams within the department and with other departments to provide expedient and complete care; communicates with medical staff, coworkers, patients, families, and other hospital staff to assure quality patient care.

9. *Handles telephone calls for scheduling, coordination, or questions with courtesy and accuracy.

10. *Participates in the department's quality improvement plan as required.

11. *Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment as necessary; notifies supervisor of equipment problems and calls appropriate service vendors as needed.

12. *Keeps work area properly supplied.

13. Advances work knowledge by participating in continuing education in-services, reading periodicals/literature and seeking ongoing development opportunities; attends departmental, educational and hospital committee meetings as required.

14. *Participates in the training of the diagnostic medical sonography students and provides general support of their clinical education; completes required documentation as indicated and adheres to the expectations of the Bryan College of Health Sciences General Sonography program.

15. *Accesses and administers drugs and biologicals that are pertinent to essential job functions in accordance with Medical Center procedures.

16. Performs other related duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk “*”. Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of sonographic anatomy and pathophysiology.

2. Knowledge of the physical principles of ultrasound and Doppler techniques.

3. Knowledge of ultrasound invasive and non-invasive procedures.

4. Skill in operating ultrasound machines, transducers, image capture devices, PACS, and other related systems.

5. Ability to react appropriately and perform work under stressful and emergent situations.

6. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

7. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.

8. Ability to interact effectively with patients, family, staff, and physicians.

9. Ability to care for diverse patients throughout the age continuum.

10. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

11. Ability to exercise courtesy and professionalism in the work environment.

12. Ability to practice proper body mechanics to ensure personal and patient safety.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certification in the practice specialty of abdomen and OBGYN required within three (3) months of hire date. Prior certification in neonatal neurosonography or certification in pediatric sonography within twenty-four (24) months of date of hire required (incumbents hired prior to August 1, 2017 must obtain certification in pediatric sonography by April 30, 2019).

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

(Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.)

(DOT) – Characterized as medium work requiring exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.