University Hospitals·Ashland, Ohio
The Sonographer performs diagnostic medical ultrasound exams and operates sonographic equipment while maintaining patient workflow and quality assessment. They are responsible for validating orders, preparing exam rooms, and collaborating with radiologists to ensure accurate clinical captures.
PRN position floats between Ashland and Mansfield locations based on call offs, FMLA and PTO.
A Brief Overview A Sonographer (Ultrasound Tech) is a diagnostic medical professional whom provides diagnostic medical ultrasound exams consistent with their education and training, and in accordance with facility policies and procedures and applicable professional standards.
The Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, maintaining patient workflow, technical aspects of equipment maintenance, and quality assessment (QA).
The Sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self motivated to increase their level of understanding and knowledge of the field, pathologically process and advancements in ultrasound technology.
What You Will Do Validate patient order and review relevant prior imaging Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct ultrasound exams in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures Consistently follow hospital policy to correctly identify patients and communicate and explain exam in a manner appropriate to the patient's ability to understand Perform ultrasound examination in accordance with departmental protocols while utilizing critical thinking skills and independent judgment to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological and clinical conditions are accurately captured Completed structured reporting document, identify exam limitations, assure images are uploaded to PACS and review exam with radiologist as needed Perform, follow protocol, and maintain competency for High Level Disinfection procedures Provide age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws ( HIPAA) and adhere to hospital policies Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, administrators, and members of the health care team Maintain required credentials and licenses Follow proper procedure to report equipment failures Adhere to hospital safety and regulatory( DNV, ODH, ect) standards Additional Responsibilities Follow Radiology communication plan Completing annual training before deadline as required by hospital leadership Must demonstrate the ability to work independently Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.
Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Completion of an accredited program in a school of Sonography (Required) Work Experience less than 1 year New graduates from an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge of sterile technique and surgical procedures (Preferred proficiency) Basic computer knowledge. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of various types of ultrasound equipment. (Required proficiency) Basic knowledge of oxygen tanks, suction machines and IVAC pumps. (Preferred proficiency) Knowledge of computer stored images (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) and/or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) within one of eligibility to sit for registry (Required within 1 Year) and Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire) Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently 50 lbs Carrying Frequently 50 lbs Pushing Frequently 50 lbs Pulling Frequently 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements 10%25
Candidates must have a high school diploma and completion of an accredited Sonography program. Required certifications include BLS upon hire and RVT or RDMS certification within one year.
Market context
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