/Objective: The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer utilizes sound waves to generate an image used for the assessment and diagnosis of medical conditions. The sonographer uses special equipment to direct non-ionizing, high frequency sound waves into areas of the patient’s body. Sonographers operate equipment, which collects reflected echoes and forms an image that may be transmitted or photographed for interpretations by the Radiologist.
DEPARTMENTS PILLAR METRICS: Service: The department/ employees will maintain Patient Satisfaction as measured by Press Ganey survey. People: Employee engagement to 100% as measured by the annual Press Ganey Employee Satisfaction survey. Quality: The department/employee will help maintain patient waiting time from registration to start of the exam – Cerner measured time.
Growth: The department will increase the number of exams by 5% from last year, with the help of new physicians coming on board. Finance: Employees with help reduce YTD expenses to 97% of prior year.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
. Sonographer has the basic understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, pathology and medical terminology. Cleans and disinfects the ultrasound equipment and probes.
Ability to integrate diagnostic sonograms, patient history and medical records, and adapt sonographic examination as necessary. Maintains certification and registration as appropriate. Explains procedure to patient, assists and transfers patient to table, positions patient for accurate scanning and assists patient at end of procedure.
Complies with all policies and procedures. Competencies: Communication proficiency Ability to communicate effectively, in the English language, both verbally and in writing. Ability to follow directions/instructions from his/her supervisor Documents all pertinent information.
Communicates professionally and effectively. Ethical Conduct Respects the confidentiality of patient’s record. Flexibility Coordinates schedule to meet needs of patients.
Supervisory Responsibility: None Work Environment: Sonographer must understand and accept the possibility of exposure to inside environmental conditions, such as noise, infectious/communicable diseases, and blood and bloodborne diseases. Qualifications Physical Demands: Must be able the hear conversation from 15 feet Must be able to walk and stand for considerable time periods in the performance of his/her duties (walking and standing accounts for approximately 75% of his/her duties) Must be able to kneel, climb, stoop, bend, reach, lift (a minimum of 50 lbs.) and move patients and items that are of various weights.
Frequent stressful working conditions require the technologist to be tactful, sensitive and communicate professionally. Perform all duties using proper body mechanics. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Position requires work schedule flexibility based on the needs of the facility.
TRAVEL No travel is needed for this position Required Education, Experience and License ARDMS- Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography RVT certification Current CPR/BLS Certification Preferred Education, Experience and License 2 years preferred, but not required Additional Eligibility Qualifications Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable) AAP/EEO Statement Sweeny Community Hospital provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.