The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment and performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. The Sonographer always maintains a high standard of medical ethics and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease and new procedures as they evolve.
SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
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Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations.
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Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
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Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings.
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Analyses sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information, medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
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Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer’s care.
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Assists with the daily operations of the sonographic department.
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Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
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Performs all requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician.
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Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures.
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Coordinates with other team members to ensure appropriate patient care is provided.
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Identifies patient care issues as they occur and takes appropriate action to resolve them.
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Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required.
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Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or team member.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job may require traveling to other CARTI locations.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE, REGISTRATION:
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High school diploma.
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Graduate of a formal accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
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Current sonography credential required: ARDMS (RDMS/RVT) or CCI (RVS). RDMS preferred.
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Current BLS required.
EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:
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Minimum one or more years’ experience and/or training with graduate sonographer
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Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform testing including body mechanics and patient movement
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Skill in using computer network system competently to process patient and department information
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Skill in positioning patients properly
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Skill in identifying equipment problems and corrects or notifies supervisor
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Ability to work in a cooperative nature within and outside department with staff, patients, and families
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Ability to explain procedures clearly and simply to patients
REASONING ABILITY:
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Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
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Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:
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Must interact and communicate both verbally and in written form.
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Must interact and exchange information regarding patients with physicians and other departmental personnel, and outside agencies on a frequent basis while respecting the confidentiality of patient information.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
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The employee regularly is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
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Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
This position involves potential exposure to infectious diseases. Colleagues are offered appropriate vaccinations and safety training.
COMMENTS:
This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
This position is a Safety Sensitive Position. The essential functions, physical demands, and mental competencies of this job require the employee maintain the ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.
