Abdomen, Vascular Sonographer (Local) $70/HR - FlexStaff
About The Position
The Abdomen, Vascular Sonographer prepares patients for ultrasound examinations, explains procedures, and positions patients according to departmental procedures. The sonographer obtains relevant imaging and diagnostic reports, consults with referring physicians about patient history and appropriate examinations, and prepares and operates ultrasound equipment to produce accurate results using technical judgment. During examinations, the sonographer interprets visualized structures, distinguishes artifacts from normal or pathologic processes, and determines when further evaluation may be needed. The sonographer monitors patients throughout the examination and reports changes in their condition or complaints in accordance with procedures. The role also includes documenting and labeling images, maintaining exam records and logs, performing calibration checks and minor equipment repairs, troubleshooting equipment problems, and completing related duties.
Requirements
- Vocational or technical school diploma.
- Current Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification, plus specialized certifications as needed.
- 1–3 years of technical experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for ultrasound examinations, position them according to departmental standard operating procedures, and explain procedures in layman’s terms to reduce anxiety.
- Obtain relevant imaging and diagnostic reports and consult with referring physicians about patient history and the appropriate ultrasound examination.
- Set up ultrasound equipment in a timely manner and use machine settings and technical judgment to ensure accurate results.
- Recognize the significance of structures visualized, distinguish artifacts from normal or pathologic processes, and determine whether more extensive evaluation is needed.
- Observe patients throughout examinations and report changes in condition or motor abnormality complaints according to procedures.
- Document image details, label studies, and maintain records and logs of examinations performed.
- Perform minor repairs and frequent calibration checks, adjust ultrasound equipment as needed, and troubleshoot mechanical problems.
- Perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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