Sonographer

Sonographer# Sonographer Hot Job Grand Rapids - Grand Rapids, MI 49525## Overview Position Type Part Time Job Shift Day Education  Level2 Year Degree## Description|  |  || --- | --- ||
** JOB TITLE
** Medical Sonographer |
** STATUS
* * Part time hourly ||
** LOCATION
* * Grand Rapids

E. Beltline |
** DEPARTMENT
* * Clinical ||
** IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
** Clinical Coordinator/Practice Manager |
** DATE LAST REVISED
** 03/11/2019 ||  |  ||
** JOB SUMMARY** |  || The medical sonographer plays an important role in non-invasive diagnostic studies.  Preparing patients, explaining the exam, performing the procedure and reporting the findings to the Physicians and or clinical staff. | |# TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES REQUIRED In-depth knowledge of using ultrasound equipment including software programs and technical maintenance with an ability to trouble shooting equipment problems with physicians, clinical team, and on-line support team.  

Basic computer, voicemail, telephone, calculator, faxes, etc.
** DIRECTION EXERCISED
** This position has no direct reports.
** ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS
** Regular attendance is required Monday – Friday.  Schedules may include weekends as assigned by each department manager with alternating weekdays off.  Schedules are subject to change due to department needs.  Should there be a need to change hours or a schedule, supervisors will discuss the change in advance of making the change unless there is an urgent situation requiring the change.
** WORK ENVIRONMENT
** This position’s work is performed:

X   Indoor/office environment

Other physical and environmental aspects of your job.  0   % Excessive Noise                                   75   % Operating Computer  0   % Exposure to Hazards                             0    % Extreme Temperatures  25  % Other, please explain: form completion and documentation, miscellaneous office work
** PHYSICAL DEMANDS
** ACTIVITY
FREQUENCY Bending, stooping, crouching                              ÍDaily OR     times per £Week £Month Ascend, descend  0   number of stairs              £Daily OR     times per £Week £Month Move, lift   0    number of pounds                    £Daily OR     times per £Week £Month Standing                                                             60     % of time Sitting                                                                 40     % of time Lifting                                                                 0     % of time
Travel                                                                 0     % of time Other, please explain:
* Frequent standing, walking, reaching, twisting, and bending.
** ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
*** Performs duties consistent with a medical sonographer, providing effective, exceptional customer service.
* Operates ultrasound equipment to produce and record images selecting the appropriate settings.
* Performs imaging studies consistent with physician’s orders and according to protocols.
* Observes and care’s for patients throughout the study to ensure their safety and comfort.
* Provides written and oral information to the physicians and clinical support team.
* Troubleshoots equipment problems making recommendations to the Physicians and Practice Administrator as needed. Act’s as a resource to remote office.
* Manages phone calls by taking and routing messages appropriately and providing assistance/information to patients/customers.
* Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate materials and attending continuing education classes.
* Provides input into the development and implementation of individual, department, and organizational goals.
** SUPERVISORY DUTIES
** This position has no supervisory responsibilities.## Qualifications
** QUALIFICATIONS…