OB Sonographer/Ultrasound Tech

Grace Health•Corbin, KY

139d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic testing using sound waves to generate an image used for the assessment and diagnosis of medical conditions while making patients feel comfortable during the process. The Sonographer uses special equipment to direct non-ionizing, high frequency sound waves into the area of the patient’s body. The Sonographer operates equipment, which collects reflected echoes and forms an image that may be videotaped, transmitted or photographed for interpretation and diagnosis. Grace Health recognizes that managing patient care is a team effort that involves clinical and non-clinical staff. All employees must embrace a team-based approach to patient care and understand that each role is important to our success. Team members must demonstrate excellent team communication and coordination to provide quality patient care. Care coordination includes communicating with community organizations, health plans, facilities, and specialists. Care team members understand and embrace the concept of population management and proactively address the needs of patients and families served by this practice. Follows policies and procedures of the office, including administrative, clinical, quality assurance, and personnel. Maintain good attendance (daily, meetings, and other assignment tasks). Maintain timely documentation of all work assignments. Maintain patient confidentiality. Routinely keep supervisor informed about attendance and job assignments. Flexible in being able to multitask. Work effectively and at an efficient pace. Work cooperatively with providers, administration, and peers.

Requirements

High-school diploma
Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology program
RDMS certification in one or more of the following areas: Abdomen, OB/GYN, vascular, echo
OB/GYN certification must be completed within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by physicians
Instructs patients regarding procedures to ensure cooperation and optimum test results
Follows prescribed safety standards in operating equipment
Obtains quality diagnostic radiographs as requested by the Provider
Maintains ultrasound and vascular lab equipment in appropriate operating condition
Utilizes organization’s PACS system to archive studies and generate preliminary reports.
Maintains examination rooms and work areas. Orders and stocks all ultrasound and vascular lab supplies
Works closely with provider to receive guidance and instruction for treating patients
Performs ultrasounds as directed by the Providers
Administers pre-authorizations and medical necessity verifications
Makes suggestions to improve work methods
Trains new employees
Performs all other duties as assigned
Embrace a team-based approach to patient care
Demonstrate excellent team communication and coordination to provide quality patient care
Communicate with community organizations, health plans, facilities, and specialists
Understand and embrace the concept of population management and proactively address the needs of patients and families
Follows policies and procedures of the office, including administrative, clinical, quality assurance, and personnel
Maintain good attendance (daily, meetings, and other assignment tasks)
Maintain timely documentation of all work assignments
Maintain patient confidentiality
Routinely keep supervisor informed about attendance and job assignments
Flexible in being able to multitask
Work effectively and at an efficient pace
Work cooperatively with providers, administration, and peers