Advanced Specialty Sonographer-Orlando Health Physician Associates

Orlando Health • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

Orlando Health Physician Associates is one of the largest primary care provider (PCP) groups in Central Florida, comprising a network of over 225 providers delivering care in various specialties. The Advanced Specialty Sonographer provides quality patient care through diagnostic sonographic imaging and related procedures. This role requires floating between Altamonte Springs and Apopka, with a schedule of 3 days in Altamonte and 2 days in Apopka, supporting outpatient OBGYN clinics. OBGYN experience is highly preferred, along with 2 ARDMS registries.

Requirements

• Associate degree in applied science and graduate of an accredited school of sonography.
• Must meet the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) eligibility guidelines and/or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) guidelines.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registered through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or equivalent.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certificate.
• For Maternal Fetal Medicine Sonography – Must maintain ARDMS physics registry and ARDMS OBGYN registry.
• Experience in Maternal Fetal Medicine sonography or Pediatric Congenital sonography.

Nice To Haves

• OBGYN experience highly preferred.
• Prefer Sonographer also have the following three (3) NTQR certifications: Cervical Length Education and Review (CLEAR), Nuchal Translucency, Nasal Bone.

Responsibilities

• Acts as sonography section leader and represents ultrasonography to the Imaging Services Manager.
• Works closely with Radiologist, Perinatologist and/or Cardiologist to perform diagnostic sonographic exams.
• Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
• Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and commitment to excellence standards.
• Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.
• Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
• Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented.
• Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation.
• Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification.
• Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks.
• Administers medical aid as required for any emergency.
• Assists in supervision of student sonographers and training of new sonographers.
• Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
• Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Ensures safety of all customers.
• Directs and assists with daily workflow of the imaging team.
• Plans and prioritizes exam scheduling and processing that support the needs of the patients and physicians.
• Actively participates in departmental projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Assists manager in holding self and team accountable for producing quality images, detailed documentation, and charge management.
• Orients and precepts staff.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Follows established standards of practice for image processing and interpretation.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Maintains well stocked and organized work areas.
• May be required to work at any facility.

Benefits

• Career-growing FREE education programs.
• Well-being services to support you and your family.
• Benefits begin on day one.
• Flexibility to be present for personal passions.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees