Sonographer III - Diagnostic Ultrasound

Responsibilities

• Produces Ultrasound images and examinations, abdominal scans and scans of other anatomical areas.
• Obtains history and/or examination data and evaluates for contraindicating conditions.
• Reviews pathology reports for correlation with sonograms.
• Performs water enemas and retrograde filling of bladder for pelvic scans, as needed.
• Takes and monitors vital signs.
• Adjusts and controls equipment.
• Reviews film for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
• Prepares room by gathering and setting up equipment, supplies and contrasts.
• Assists physician during invasive procedures.
• Applies AIUM guidelines and patient protection guidelines.
• Provides emotional support, comfort, general assistance and information to patients.
• Collaborates with physicians and nursing staff.
• Operates and maintains sonographic equipment, film processors, computers and other departmental equipment.
• Documents to the patient record.
• Provides instruction in the basic theory, technical skills, and application of sonographic procedures to other employees, new employees and students.
• Performs clerical, darkroom, film processing, patient transportation and other miscellaneous functions in support of operations.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree - Graduation from an accredited school or program of Ultrasonography or Registered Radiologic Technologist with on-the-job training to meet qualifications.
• Current registration with ARRT with up to date continuing education credits.
• American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers with up to date continuing education credits.
• Registered in two ultrasound sub-specialties or registered in one ultrasound sub-specialty.
• 1 year of experience in Healthcare/Medical - Healthcare-Other with Clinical Sonography experience.