Radiology - Ultrasound Tech - PRN

Murfreesboro Medical Clinic & SurgiCenter•Murfreesboro, TN

About The Position

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related procedures, within the scope permitted by law and the individual’s education, clinical experience, demonstrated competency, and ARDMS certifications. The role is responsible for independently operating sonographic equipment and performing and communicating the results of diagnostic examinations. The sonographer supports daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, including patient scheduling, equipment maintenance and failure reporting, quality assessment, and maintaining adequate supplies. The position requires a high standard of medical ethics and ongoing learning about the field, diseases, and evolving procedures. The sonographer also ensures patient safety and comfort, coordinates with physicians and other care-team members, and helps maintain laboratory accreditation.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or Radiologic Technology program with ARDMS.
Active American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification in the appropriate specialty or specialties.
Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for the appropriate specialty or specialties.
At least 3 years of experience in the ultrasound modality.
Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment.
Ability to evaluate sonograms and obtain appropriate diagnostic information.
Ability to integrate diagnostic sonograms, laboratory results, patient history, and medical records, and adapt examinations as necessary.
Ability to use independent judgment to obtain optimum diagnostic information during each examination.
Ability to evaluate, synthesize, and communicate diagnostic information to the attending physician.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and the healthcare team, recognizing the nature of sonographic examinations and patient needs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and healthcare team.
Ability to follow established departmental procedures, work efficiently, and cope with emergency situations.
Emotional and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
Strength sufficient to lift some patients and move patients in wheelchairs and stretchers.

Responsibilities

Perform clinical assessments and diagnostic sonography examinations as ordered by the attending physician.
Use cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record findings and adapt procedures to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic, and image information.
Use independent judgment during examinations to distinguish normal from pathological findings and obtain appropriate diagnostic information.
Analyze sonograms, synthesize sonographic information with medical history, and communicate findings to the appropriate physician.
Prepare preliminary reports and contact referring physicians when required by established procedures.
Coordinate work schedules with the Departmental Director and/or scheduling desk to ensure workload coverage.
Ensure the safety and mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer’s care.
Assist with daily operations of the sonographic laboratory and organize the daily work schedule.
Maintain patient logs and complete examination billing forms and related clerical duties.
Maintain ultrasound equipment and the work area, ensure adequate supplies, and report equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member.
Participate in laboratory accreditation maintenance and quality assessment.
Coordinate with other staff to provide appropriate patient care, address problems as they arise, and make decisions to resolve them appropriately.
Provide education to the healthcare team about sonographic procedure requirements when requested.
Establish and maintain ethical working relationships and good rapport with hospitals, referral or commercial agencies, the public, and the healthcare team.
Perform other related or work-related duties as assigned.