Sonographer - River Parish - PRN

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.

Webelieve that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

Education

Required
-Completion of a CAHEA approved formal training program in diagnostic medical sonography.

Work Experience

Required
-None.

Preferred - 2 years of sonographer experience.

Certifications

Required
-Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or registry eligible (required within 1 year of hire).

Advanced certification in area(s) of specialty according to facility need.

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

(KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process

• Knowledge of the anatomy of the liver, gallbladder, aorta, spleen, kidneys, bile ducts, and pancreas and ability to perform abdominal ultrasound and the pathology of these organs to provide radiologists with a preliminary diagnosis.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Job Duties

• Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy.

• Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care.

• Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.

• Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol (including assisting radiologists in guided procedures in a variety of settings).

• Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards.

• Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and performing notification/remediation as warranted.

• Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).

• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25…