OB/GYN Ultrasonographer - as needed
About The Position
The Ultrasound Technologist performs OB/GYN ultrasound exams on incoming patients and responds to patient questions and concerns about exam procedures while maintaining confidentiality of personal health information. The role is responsible for the daily operations of the ultrasound lab, patient scheduling, equipment maintenance and failure reporting, and quality assessment. The technologist maintains high medical ethics and pursues lifelong learning to expand knowledge of the field, diseases, and evolving procedures. The role uses imaging equipment and soundwaves to produce diagnostic images, educates patients and families about procedures, independently performs exams according to established protocols, evaluates image quality, and presents images and preliminary findings to physicians. It also includes maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, sterilizing the room, monitoring supplies, and following regulatory, accrediting, and Riverside Health System policies and procedures.
Requirements
- ARDMS RDMS (OB or AB) certification upon hire, or ARRT Sonography (S or BS) certification upon hire.
- CPR/BLS certification upon hire from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute.
Nice To Haves
- Ultrasound experience.
Responsibilities
- Use imaging equipment and soundwaves to form diagnostic images.
- Produce quality images in accordance with appropriate protocols and procedures and maintain clinical documentation within scope of practice.
- Educate patients and families about procedures and independently perform ultrasound exams according to established protocols.
- Evaluate image quality, interpret captured images, and present images and preliminary findings to physicians.
- Maintain ultrasound equipment, sterilize the room, perform and evaluate equipment quality-control measurements, and troubleshoot equipment to ensure functionality.
- Monitor and maintain adequate inventory of supplies and materials to prevent interruption of services.
- Adhere to applicable regulatory and accrediting standards and Riverside Health System policies and procedures, and report variances.
- Respond to patient questions and concerns while maintaining confidentiality of personal health information.
- Oversee daily ultrasound lab operations and patient scheduling, report equipment failures, and conduct quality assessment.
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