Sonographer I

Advocate Health•Green Bay, WI

15d•$44 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

The Sonographer I performs obstetric and pelvic diagnostic ultrasound examinations, including specialized procedures and imaging, using appropriate transducers and technical settings. The role reviews patient records and obtains clinical history, adjusts and maintains ultrasound equipment, participates in quality assurance, documents examinations and billing codes, and helps instruct students and medical trainees. The position also involves patient positioning and transport and providing age-appropriate care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

Complete an accredited or approved sonography program involving advanced training beyond high school.
Obtain RDMS registration in Abdomen from ARDMS within one year.
Obtain RDMS registration in OB/GYN from ARDMS within one year.
Obtain RDMS registration in Fetal Echocardiography from ARDMS within two years.
Obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification within six months, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
Hold a valid driver’s license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of fetal abnormalities and their diagnosis.
Be proficient in scanning various anatomical areas, identifying cross-sectional anatomy, and distinguishing normal from abnormal findings for an initial sonogram evaluation.
Have excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients, and staff.
Have basic computer proficiency, including email and electronic medical records.
Meet the physical requirements, including standing for 50% of the day; continuous walking, lifting, squatting, bending, and twisting; lifting up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist and 20 lbs. overhead; carrying up to 40 lbs.; pushing or pulling with 30 lbs. of force; frequently pushing or pulling 100 lbs.; and performing a 150-lb. sliding transfer with a second person present.
Be able to operate ultrasound equipment with hands and feet and have clear speech, vision, and hearing.
Wear protective clothing, such as isolation gowns and protective eyewear, as needed.

Responsibilities

Perform obstetric and pelvic diagnostic ultrasound procedures, including genetic sonograms, basic fetal echocardiography, amniocentesis, sonohysterograms, umbilical cord flow studies, amniotic fluid indices, portable imaging, transvaginal ultrasounds, biophysical profiles, early amniocentesis, placental biopsies, specialized Doppler studies, fetal urocentesis, intracardiac transfusions, and chorionic villus sampling.
Assist with prenatal diagnosis and termination procedures as medically indicated.
Select appropriate transducers and technical factors for accurate ultrasound procedures, including Doppler, color imaging, M-mode, and real-time imaging; use non-standard techniques and independent judgment when necessary.
Review medical records for clinical information, including patient history, lab results, and physician orders, and communicate with patients to obtain history data.
Calibrate, adjust, and maintain ultrasound equipment; evaluate new products and equipment; and notify biomedical staff and leadership about equipment failures.
Participate in departmental quality assurance studies and maintain examination records, including billing codes, to support accurate patient charges.
Assist in clinical instruction of sonography students, OB/GYN residents, and medical students.
Position and transport patients, including duties requiring lifting and pushing or pulling, using proper technique.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.