Diagnostic Breast Sonographer - Part-Time

Solis Mammography•Fort Worth, TX

18h

About The Position

The Diagnostic Breast Sonographer independently operates sonography equipment to create necessary images and obtain measurements, maintaining accuracy in patient positioning and scanning technique. The role involves communicating with patients, relaying pertinent information to radiologists, documenting patient and procedure information, and performing additional exams as needed in coordination with radiologists. The sonographer provides ultrasound services and support, explains procedures to promote patient comfort and cooperation, monitors patients throughout procedures, and helps protect their emotional and physical well-being. The role also includes assisting or chaperoning radiologists during ultrasound exams and biopsy procedures, using sterile technique and universal precautions. The sonographer maintains equipment cleanliness, safety, and proper maintenance, and fosters effective working relationships with radiologists and other center staff.

Requirements

Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
Active certification with ARDMS.
Current compliance with CME requirements.
Ability to effectively communicate procedures to patients and educate women about the role of regular mammography in preventative breast health.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend medical terminology.
Ability to communicate information effectively one-on-one and in small groups with doctors, patients, and other employees.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to detailed written or oral instructions and handle problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Knowledge of database software and RIS/PACS software.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

Operate sonography equipment independently to create images and obtain appropriate measurements.
Maintain accuracy in patient positioning and scanning technique.
Communicate with patients, explain procedures, and educate women about regular mammography and preventative breast health.
Relay pertinent patient information to radiologists and document applicable patient and procedure data consistently and correctly.
Communicate with radiologists and perform necessary additional exams.
Monitor patients throughout procedures and support their emotional and physical well-being.
Assist or chaperone radiologists during ultrasound exams.
Assist radiologists during ultrasound biopsy procedures using appropriate sterile technique and universal precautions.
Communicate professionally and courteously with patients and referring physicians’ offices as required.
Maintain ultrasound equipment cleanliness and ensure proper maintenance and safety.
Maintain good working relationships with radiologists and other center staff.
Understand, promote, and demonstrate the Solis Way.