Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Senior-ILWU $10K SIGN ON BONUS!

About the role

Performs diagnostic, therapeutic, and biopsy ultrasound procedures under direct and indirect supervision, and medical direction of physician section head. Assists radiologist during procedures, captures specific images, and assists with biopsy specimen collection.

Responsibilities

• Positions patients and provides immobilization means and patient counseling as required.
• Selects proper transducer frequency for performance of study.
• Reviews orders, prepares schedules, and consults with attending Radiologists and Registered Nurses as needed.
• Collaborates with referring physicians to plan or arrange appropriate studies when needed.
• Maintains daily records of exams performed.
• Protocols orders from Protocol Worklist prior to releasing orders for scheduling.
• Fulfills National Patient Safety Goals by receiving and double identifying patients using appropriate criteria, ensuring accuracy of information and data entry, while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Captures required documentation in Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Aids in screening patients for contraindications to study or procedure.
• Prepares sterile fields; prepares floor stock medications; ensures sterility of surgical packs, trays and disposables to be used in assigned area.
• Maintains appropriate operational understanding of transducer/probe disinfectant devices.
• Maintains appropriate and adequate supplies during the procedures.
• Assists radiologist during procedures; capturing specific images and assisting with biopsy specimen collection.
• Operates and understands all features and performance capabilities of the US systems and tranducers/probes.
• Post processes US images and prepares final Sonographer interpretation as required; prepares images for Radiologist interpretation, and transmits images to the Diagnostic Imaging PACS system.
• Maintains working knowledge of all department equipment and devices.
• Reports equipment malfunctions appropriately.
• Assists in providing service-oriented communication with patient; explaining procedure; answering questions.
• Ensures appropriate safety measures are followed by patients, family members, and hospital staff.
• Functions as part of resuscitation team during Code Blue and/or Rapid Response Team situations.
• Maintains all materials needed and linen supply on daily basis; maintains general order and cleanliness of room assigned.
• Rotates between facilities and shares on call responsibilities for US service areas.
• Orients and trains (mentors) new personnel regarding subsection operations as needed.
• Accepts responsibilities of direct supervision of student technologists during their clinical assignments.
• Pursues ongoing continuing education; remains knowledgeable and current regarding technological advances in field of diagnostic medical sonography.
• Attends departmental meetings and/or inservice presentations as needed or required. Reads and initials minutes of such meetings when excused absence precludes attendance.

Requirements

• Minimum two (2) years post-graduate sonography experience, including experience or successful completion of training program (pre-hire, post-hire, or on-the-job) in area of specialty, if applicable.
• Completion of approved ultrasound training program recognized by CAAHEP; or one (1) year directly related experience.
• Basic Life Support from American Heart Association
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate
• Ultrasound experience in general, breast, vascular and obstetrics imaging.
• Certifications in Abdomen, Breast, Vascular and Obstetrics imaging by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ADRMS).
• Associates degree.

Qualifications

• N/A

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
• Proficiency with ultrasound equipment and software.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and emergencies.

Benefits

• N/A

Pay

• $10K Sign-On Bonus!

Schedule

• Part-time, Variable
• Call-in/On-Call, Variable
• Full-time, Day