Job Summary

Perform a variety of specialized technical tasks utilizing high frequency ultrasound waves to assist with the detection of anatomical abnormalities.Perform ultrasounds and all essential duties listed on the job description. ARDMS certification in physics plus one modality, and two specialty areas (abdomen, cardiac, maternal fetal medicine, nuchal translucency, vascular, or OBGYN).

Responsibilities

• Perform all the duties and responsibilities of Level II. • Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones. • Assist physicians with biopsy procedures, guiding biopsy instrument using sonographic techniques. Perform ultrasound procedures, doppler vascular examinations, abdominal studies and color-flow ultrasound, OBGYN procedures as required. • Prepare patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide an oral and written summary of preliminary findings to the radiologist. • Evaluate quality of sonograms. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated. Maintain patient records in division. • Charge procedures and supplies. • Archive and de-archive ultrasound data. • Orient new ultrasonographers; provide education and training to new sonographers. • Coordinate scheduling and patient flow. • Collaborate in quality control of equipment and filming and obtains service as required. Proficient in the performance of ultrasound procedures. Provide direction and instruction to existing personnel and training to new sonographers. • Assist in teaching of ultrasound technology to new physicians, residents, and fellows. • Assist the medical staff in development of new ultrasound techniques and protocols. • Participate in ultrasound research practices within radiology and with other hospital disciplines (medicine, surgery departments). • Act in a team leader or leadership capacity on an as needed basis. • Ensure correct charging of ultrasound procedures and supplies on a daily basis. • Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Patient Group Knowledge (Only applies to positions with direct patient contact) The employee must possess/obtain (by the end of the orientation period) and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide developmentally appropriate assessment, treatment or care as defined by the department’s identified patient ages. Specifically the employee must be able to demonstrate competency in: 1) ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs; 2) knowledge of growth and development; and 3) understanding of the range of treatment needed by the patients. Competency Statement Must demonstrate competency through an initial orientation and ongoing competency validation to independently perform tasks and additional duties as specified in the job description and the unit/department specific competency checklist. Common Duties and Responsibilities (Essential duties common to all positions) 1. Maintain and document all applicable required education. 2. Demonstrate positive customer service and co-worker relations. 3. Comply with the company's attendance policy. 4. Participate in the continuous, quality improvement activities of the department and institution. 5. Perform work in a cost effective manner. 6. Perform work in accordance with all departmental pay practices and scheduling policies, including but not limited to, overtime, various shift work, and on-call situations. 7. Perform work in alignment with the overall mission and strategic plan of the organization. 8. Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures, as applicable. 9. Perform related duties as assigned.

Education 

• Formalized Training (Required) Education: Formalized Training in Radiologic Technology, Nuclear Medical Technology, or Diagnostic Medical Sonography Experience: None

Credentials 

• Amer Reg Diag Med Sonographers (Required)
• Basic Life Support (Required) Within 30 days of hireWithin 30 days of hire

Work Schedule: Varies

Status:  Pro-Rata .9

Location: Plateau Medical Center Hospital

Location of Job: Plateau Medical Center:Oak Hill

Talent Acquisition Specialist: Lisa C. Skidmore lisa.skidmore@camc.org