Sonographer I - PRN

Baptist Health Care•Pensacola, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography, in addition to daily operations of the sonographic laboratory, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment. This position maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.

Requirements

Technical Diploma/Certificate Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Related field Required or Associates Degree Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Related field Required
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) ARRT or ARDMS Registry within 18 Months Required or Registered Technologist (ARRT) (R.T.(S)) ARRT Board Registry within 18 Months Required or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) ARDMS Registry within 18 Months Required
BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required

Responsibilities

Performs all ultrasound exams and procedures within the scope of the department in accordance with established protocols and standards.
Performs ordered exams/request on patients according to physician order, appropriate indication for the exam, patient history, and other pertinent patient information.
Reviews patient charts and requests with the radiologist as needed to ensure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained.
Responsible for quality control of all images, maintenance of departmental inventory, and adherence to established safety and regulatory standards.
Actively participates in the training and education of department personnel, including students.
Available for on call status rotations.
Uses and maintains high-level disinfectant per manufacturer guidelines.
Maintains knowledge/licensure/certification.
Reports any malfunctions and calls the service personnel.
Performs general clerical duties.
Maintains ultrasound rooms for optimum efficiency: This entails stocking rooms with linen and medical supplies.