Sonographer

About the position

The Sonographer supports the Reid Health Mission, Vision, Values, and Key Service Behaviors. The Sonographer performs Ultrasound diagnostic imaging exams on patients per physician/provider orders with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency. Employee will be responsible for performing Adult and Pediatric Echocardiogram(s) and Vascular ultrasound exams.

Overview of Responsibilities

• Corroborates patient’s clinical history with procedure; ensures information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Prepares patients for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• Selects and operates imaging equipment and associated accessories to successfully perform procedures.
• Selects appropriate anatomic program for the desired protocol.
• Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
• Immobilizes patients as required for appropriate examination.
• Competently operates Ultrasound equipment.
• Evaluates Ultrasound images for technical quality; manipulates display parameters, and provides hard copy and electronic records, ensuring proper identification is recorded.
• Responsible for assigned area and reporting of equipment malfunction; contacts appropriate service vendor when having errors and/or issues with any equipment.
• Responsible for the physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures.
• Maintains archival storage of digitized data as appropriate.
• Obtains vital signs (pulse, respiration, and blood pressure) when needed.
• Provides patient education; explains pre- and post-procedural instructions to patient and/or patient’s family.
• Provides practical instruction for students and/or healthcare professionals.
• Participates in the department quality assessment and improvement plan.
• Assists/transporting patients.
• Maintains cleanliness of radiology rooms.
• Wipes down equipment after use with a hospital-approved germicide.
• Completes all paperwork in PACS, RIS, etc.
• Ensures all paperwork is correct and complete when submitting a PACS correction to a PACS superuser or administrator.
• Supervises students when applicable.
• Performs monthly Quality Assurance.
• Attends meetings when able, based on patient care needs.
• Obtains 30 hours of Continuing Education every 3 years.
• Completes all required computer-based learning modules on time.
• Attends 75% of department meetings.
• Adheres to regulatory requirements (DNV, HFAP, ISDH, OSHA, ACR, etc.).
• Assists in obtaining/maintaining departmental accreditations if applicable.
• Completes annual competencies.
• Follows Reid Health flu vaccine policy.
• Adheres to Radiation Safety Policies.
• May be subject to irregular hours and call.
• Assists in emergency or crisis situations as needed.
• Copes with unpredictable situations.
• Any and all other assigned duties.
• May need to function across the different modalities within the department as technically competent.
• Would be responsible for performing Adult/Pediatric Echocardiography and Vascular Ultrasound exams.

Education & Experience

• Education Required: Must be a graduate of an approved, 24-month program in Radiologic Technology accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and the United States Department of Education (USDOE). Documented education, training, and competency in Ultrasound. Documented education, training, and competency in any other modality that is specific to their skills.
• Education Preferred: Education in additional radiology modalities would be nice to have. A minimum of 2 years in an approved educational program.
• Experience Required: A minimum of 2 years in an approved educational program.
• Experience Preferred: Experience as a registered medical sonographer is beneficial. Experience as a licensed radiologic technologist in Radiography is beneficial. Experience as an Echo/Vascular Sonographer preferred.

Licensure & Certification

• Must possess a Radiologic Technologist License issued by the Indiana State Department of Health.
• Registered as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or registry eligible. If not ARDMS registered at the time of hire, the employee is expected to obtain ARDMS registry within approximately one year of employment.
• Certification and Registry in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required. Additional ARRT certification in any other modality(s) is preferred.