Job Title: Sonographer

Department: Radiology

Reports To: Supervisor of Radiology

FLSA Classification: Non- Exempt

Job Summary: Performs all ultrasound examinations as requested by the referring physicians.

Job Results & Essential Function

? Performs all ultrasound examinations as requested by the referring physicians.

? Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.

? Selects and operates equipment as directed.

? Assists physician with invasive procedures (cyst punctures, needle biopsies, and amniocentesis) by preparing the room (set up the tray) and the patient and the using of the equipment.

? Lifts, moves, and transports patients via wheelchair or cart.

? Maintains records of examination data and other pertinent information on patients.

? Secures and returns supplies (film, linen, medicine, patient folders, etc.)

? Consults with others to obtain a complete clinical history; gathers pertinent clinical data.

? Schedules cases to coordinate with other patient examinations.

? Transports patients when necessary.

? Takes “call” as scheduled.

? Supervises student technologists in the clinical area.

? Attends educational programs as interest and availability allow (30 CEU/3 years are required to maintain registries)

This job description is a summary of the job duties and requirements that represent the general nature and level of work being performed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This description is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All employees are expected to understand and adhere to the Standards/Code of Conduct and the Corporate Compliance Plan as well as ensure all educational requirements related to Corporate Compliance are implemented and adhered to as required by the CCP Education Plan, in addition to compliance with organizational policies and procedures, regulatory expectations, quality, and department standards, etc.

Education & Experience

• Formal training in diagnostic Ultrasound techniques is required.
• Previous training in Radiological Sciences is helpful for anatomy and physiology, understanding of many disease processes, what could be found in each, along with typical sizes of structures.
• Ultrasound experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

License and/or Certifications

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or eligible.
• Must have passed the RDMS physics exam (verified on www.ardms.org).

Skills

• Must be detailed oriented and be passionate about customer service.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate data entry keyboard.
• Excellent math, organizational, verbal communication skills.
• Experience with multiple systems, including but not limited to MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Monographic and Medical Terminology preferred

Physical Demands

Must be able to transverse, remain in a stationary position, operate equipment, ascend and descend stairs, position patients, move up to 50 lbs., and use many kinds of equipment in the department and throughout the hospital.

Language Ability

Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific/trade/technical journals. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to accurately exchange information verbally with hospital personnel and patients

Math Ability

Basic math skills and competency in creating figures such as proportions, percentages, rates, and/or ratios.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Working Conditions

Electrical energy and ionizing radiation may be present; PPE is provided.