Per Diem Senior Sonographer
75384BR
Radiology
Job Posting Description
The Senior Sonographer is responsible for the following:
- Performs routine and complex ultrasound examinations as prescribed by a physician.
- Reviews and evaluates requisitions for ultrasound imaging procedures, abstracting data from patient charts and determining appropriateness of procedure prescribed given diagnosis and clinical signs for routine examinations.
- Selects appropriate equipment and technical factors to identify pathologic and normal anatomy.
- Assesses patients' and parents' physical and emotional status and ability to respond to instructions and develops plan for adjusting to patients' specific needs.
- Follows QC/Data Integrity Workflow process.
- Practices High Reliability Communication techniques. Patient/Family/Team Relations
- Responds to the uniqueness and clinical condition of the patient.
- Creates a supportive environment for the patient and the family.
- Promotes a positive work environment in compliance with ETU. Equipment
- Identifies and reports on equipment malfunctions.
- Assists in patient scheduling and facilitates efficient workflow within ultrasound area (board runner).
- Investigates and resolves technical and scheduling issues and performs designated quality assurance functions.
- Provides instruction on performing ultrasound procedures for trainees and fellows.
- Serves as a resource and responds to requests for information or assistance. General
- Participates in departmental and hospital meetings
- Completes all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Complies with ETU.
- Practices BCH 6 Core Values: excellence, innovation, communication, respect, teamwork and accountability.
- Furthers professional education and maintains knowledge of current regulations and standards, policies and procedures.
- Takes an active role in research projects involving ultrasound.
- Registered by the ARDMS.
- Must meet, successfully complete, and maintain the ARDMS certification and registration.
- BLS certification
- Associates degree in Medical Sonography
- 3 years of experience as a Sonographer
Status
Part-Time
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Per Diem
Standard Hours per Week
1
Office/Site Location
Peabody
Job Posting Category
Radiology
Remote Eligibility
Onsite Only