Multicredentialed Sonographer

Position Information

• Position:
  Multicredentialed Sonographer
• Shift: Full-time, Days, 4x10s

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note:

Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

The Multi-modality Sonographer performs basic to advanced ultrasound services. These may include abdominal, Ob/Gyn, cardiac, vascular, musculoskeletal, and small parts. This position examines the patient's clinical history to identify the examination's purpose. It frames the clinical questions the examination should answer and expands the examination as needed.

• Perform multiple modality ultrasound procedures using various equipment and techniques. Make necessary measurements for accurate, high-quality results.
• Identify and define abnormalities specific to the procedure. Extend the examination scope appropriately, deviating from standard techniques when necessary. Correlate other diagnostic test results with anatomy and function. Utilize appropriate protection measures during procedures.
• Assist physicians in procedure and operating rooms by performing ultrasound studies. This aids in complex procedures to decrease risk factors.
• Prepare patients for procedures and obtain clinical history, including physical findings and lab data. Fit imaging techniques for comprehensive exams to avoid errors. Explain the purpose of the ultrasound examination to the patient and answer questions.
• Record statistics and perform daily maintenance of the ultrasound Lab and its equipment, reporting all malfunctions as appropriate.
• Act as a resource to other staff, physicians and students regarding equipment, techniques, procedures and studies to optimize patient care.
• Work closely with the ultrasound team to ensure quality processes and adherence to protocols. Assist with unit or organization accreditation activities as delegated.
• Implement protocols as new technology evolves, and ensure implementation and adherence to system standards.
• Assure operation of equipment by performing quality checks following manufacturer's recommendations and troubleshooting equipment as required.

• Must be familiar with approved clinical protocols for each type of ultrasound examination to be performed.
• Must meet all qualifications for any two of these modalities:
  Ob/Gyn, cardiac, vascular, musculoskeletal, or small parts. Work a minimum of 25% of the time in the second modality. Pediatric and adult scopes are studied as separate specialties by certification.
• Knowledge and ability to apply complex sonographic methods, instrumentation and techniques.
• Knowledge of relevant anatomy and physiology for each different specialty.
• Knowledge of proper infection control, including precautionary procedures.
• Knowledge of relevant laws regarding patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with healthcare providers, including other sonographers, physicians and nurses.
• Skilled in the utilization of computers and medical equipment.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an Accredited Program or 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification.
• Experience:
  
  2 Years of Experience.

• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Must have TWO of the following:
  Adv Cardiac Sonographer (ACS), ARRT‑S Sonography (ARRT‑S), ARRT‑VI Interventional Rad (ARRT‑VI), Musculoskeletal Sonography (MSK), Reg Congenital Cardiac Sono (RCCS), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Reg Diag Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Ped. Echocardiography (PE) (RDCS‑PE), Reg Diag Med Sono‑Abdomen (AB) (RDMS‑AB), Reg Diag Med Sono‑Breast (BR) (RDMS‑BR), RDMS Fetal Echocardiography (RDMS‑FE), Reg Diag Med Sono‑OB/GYN (OB) (RDMS‑OB), RDMS‑Pediatric Sonography (PS) (RDMS‑PS), Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS), Registered Vascular Tech (RVT).