Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Per Diem)

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

5d•$51 - $80

About The Position

UWMC - Northwest Ultrasound is hiring a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to perform diagnostic medical ultrasound examinations accurately, independently, and efficiently under the direction of a radiologist. The position involves preparing patients and performing ultrasound examinations and procedures, assisting radiologists and physicians with invasive and interventional procedures, and producing technically acceptable images and preliminary reports. The sonographer also supports patient care, equipment and quality assurance, room readiness, and department operations.

Requirements

Completion of a diagnostic ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and registration in abdominal and obstetrical ultrasound; OR experience equivalent to the criteria for eligibility for registration in abdominal and obstetrical ultrasound by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).

Responsibilities

Prepare patients and independently perform ultrasound examinations and procedures, including abdomen, OB/GYN, small parts, and intra-operative examinations.
Assist the radiologist with invasive procedures and vascular examinations, using 2-D, real-time, M-Mode, pulsed Doppler, and color flow techniques to maximize diagnostic information.
Evaluate the patient's condition using information from the referring physician, medical records, and patient interview, and select appropriate instrumentation for the examination.
Assist physicians with special and interventional radiological procedures; perform portable procedures at the bedside, in operating rooms, emergency rooms, and other locations outside the ultrasound suite.
Transfer and position patients safely and properly for examinations, and observe and monitor their condition and reactions.
Produce technically acceptable ultrasound examinations in accordance with departmental procedures; select technical factors, review and evaluate images for diagnostic adequacy, and assess the need for additional views.
Perform quality assurance checks on equipment and processes according to department policies.
Prepare preliminary diagnoses or reports for the radiologist, including anatomic and physiological data and diagnostic observations; accurately enter exam orders, patient data, and charges; and prepare reports.
Answer phones and assist with order entry, the image library, scheduling, and patient transport.
Set up examination rooms and ensure equipment and supplies are ready; inventory supplies and linens and restock rooms as needed.
Clean and tidy examination rooms, patient holding rooms, waiting rooms, and other areas.
Coordinate equipment repairs and troubleshoot supply problems.