Sonographer I

Orlando Health•Melbourne, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sonographer I provides quality patient care while performing diagnostic sonographic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention. The role works closely with radiologists and uses professional judgment to perform examinations, support patient safety and cooperation, and produce high-quality diagnostic images. The position may require work at any facility and includes patient transport, equipment and work-area upkeep, and assistance with student and new-sonographer training.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program, or equivalent, that meets ARDMS standards.
ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography credential through ARDMS or CCI.
Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certificate.
Current ARDMS physics registry and one ARDMS registry.
Knowledge of routine ultrasound procedures and demonstrated competency in performing ultrasound examinations pertinent to the department.

Responsibilities

Work closely with radiologists to perform diagnostic sonographic examinations.
Exercise professional judgment and maintain conduct that supports quality care.
Deliver appropriate care, recognize patient conditions, and ensure successful completion of procedures.
Comply with state and federal regulations applicable to the modality.
Assess patients’ physical conditions and age-specific needs.
Provide instructions that promote patient cooperation and desired results.
Properly identify patients, obtain clinical histories, and ensure information is accurately documented.
Position patients, equipment, and associated devices, and adjust technical factors to achieve high-quality images.
Assess images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring relevant anatomy is demonstrated.
Follow quality-control standards and participate in quality-control tasks.
Administer medical aid during emergency situations as required.
Use standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
Assist in supervising student sonographers and training new sonographers.
Use corporate radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
Ensure the safety of customers.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance in accordance with applicable policies and standards.
Maintain compliance with Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and educational requirements.
Follow established standards for image processing and interpretation.
Maintain cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
Keep work areas stocked and organized.
Work at any facility as required.
Provide patient transport.