PRN SonographerA Sonographer (Ultrasound Tech) is a diagnostic medical professional who provides diagnostic medical ultrasound exams consistent with their education and training, and in accordance with facility policies and procedures and applicable professional standards. The Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, maintaining patient workflow, technical aspects of equipment maintenance, and quality assessment (QA). The Sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self motivated to increase their level of understanding and knowledge of the field, pathologically process and advancements in ultrasound technology.What You Will Do:Validate patient order and review relevant prior imagingPrepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct ultrasound exams in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, patient safety protocols, policies, and proceduresConsistently follow hospital policy to correctly identify patients and communicate and explain exam in a manner appropriate to the patient's ability to understandPerform ultrasound examination in accordance with departmental protocols while utilizing critical thinking skills and independent judgment to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological and clinical conditions are accurately capturedCompleted structured reporting document, identify exam limitations, assure images are uploaded to PACS and review exam with radiologist as neededPerform, follow protocol, and maintain competency for High Level Disinfection proceduresProvide age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatricsMaintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (HIPAA) and adhere to hospital policiesEstablish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, administrators, and members of the health care teamMaintain required credentials and licensesFollow proper procedure to report equipment failuresAdhere to hospital safety and regulatory (DNV, ODH, etc) standardsAdditional Responsibilities:Follow Radiology communication planCompleting annual training before deadline as required by hospital leadershipMust demonstrate the ability to work independentlyPerforms other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.Qualifications:Education: High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and Other Accredited Program: Completion of an accredited program in a school of Sonography (Required)Work Experience: less than 1 year New graduates from an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program (Preferred)Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of sterile technique and surgical procedures (Preferred proficiency) Basic computer knowledge. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of various types of ultrasound equipment.
(Required proficiency) Basic knowledge of oxygen tanks, suction machines and IVAC pumps. (Preferred proficiency) Knowledge of computer stored images (Required proficiency)Licenses and Certifications: Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) and/or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) within one of eligibility to sit for registry (Required within 1 Year) and Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)Physical Demands:Standing FrequentlyWalking FrequentlySitting RarelyLifting Frequently 50 lbsCarrying Frequently 50 lbsPushing Frequently 50 lbsPulling Frequently 50 lbsClimbing Occasionally 50 lbsBalancing OccasionallyStooping FrequentlyKneeling FrequentlyCrouching FrequentlyCrawling OccasionallyReaching FrequentlyHandling FrequentlyGrasping FrequentlyFeeling ConstantlyTalking ConstantlyHearing ConstantlyRepetitive Motions ConstantlyEye/Hand/Foot Coordination ConstantlyTravel Requirements: 10%Primary Location: United States-Ohio-ElyriaWork Locations: 630 East River Street Elyria 44035Job: Radiology / Radiation Oncology Organization: Elyria_Medical_Center Schedule: Per Diem Employee Status: PRN-Shift PRN Job Type: Standard