Sonographer I

Trinity Health • Ann Arbor, MI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures to perform Abdomen, OB and Vascular scans. Communicates the results to the diagnosing physician. The role involves greeting and escorting patients, preparing them for procedures, performing clinical assessments and diagnostic sonography examinations, and documenting findings. The Sonographer will use independent judgment to differentiate normal and pathological findings, integrate information, and communicate with physicians. Responsibilities also include maintaining equipment and supplies, ensuring accurate documentation, assisting with patient encounter forms, serving as a liaison between patient and physician, and participating in team meetings and workflow improvement discussions. Compliance with government and clinic standards is essential. Support may be provided to clerical and clinical staff, including answering phones, managing messages, completing medical records requests, working the fax server/mail, rooming patients, obtaining vitals, running simple tests, cleaning rooms, ordering requisitions, and scheduling procedures.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
• Valid, unrestricted certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in the specialty(ies), as appropriate, i.e., Abdomen and/or OB/GYN (ARDMS) and Vascular (ARDMS) or (CCI).
• Valid CPR certification.
• Must have one year experience, or comparable combination of experience and education, in performing the following exams: Carotids, lower extremity venous, pelvic/transvaginal, abdominals, appendix, thyroids, scrotums, First Trimester OB, upper extremity venous, hernias or any OB ultrasound.
• Knowledge of professional patient care and ultrasound practice and principles to give and evaluate patient care related to position responsibilities.
• Knowledge of the compliance aspects of clinical care and patient privacy and best practices in medical office operations.
• Proficient/knowledgeable in medical terminology.
• Proficiency in standard scanning protocols and imaging techniques.
• Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment.
• Ability to evaluate sonograms in order to acquire appropriate diagnostic information.
• Ability to integrate diagnostic sonograms, laboratory results, patient history and medical records, and adapt sonographic examination, as necessary.
• Ability to evaluate, synthesize, and communicate diagnostic information to the diagnosing physician.
• Ability to work efficiently and cope with emergency situations.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations needed during the course of performing essential job duties.
• Proficient in operating a standard desktop and Windows-based computer system, including but not limited to, electronic medical records, email, e-learning, intranet, Microsoft Word and Excel, and computer navigation.
• Ability to use other software as required while performing the essential functions of the job.
• Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal forms, including proper phone etiquette.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the patient and the healthcare team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient’s needs.
• Demonstrates reliability, professionalism and patient-center care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment; displays courteous and friendly demeanor.
• Ability to work effectively with various levels of organizational members and diverse populations including IHA staff, providers, patients, family members, hospital staff, vendors and non-IHA providers and staff.
• Ability to cross-train in other areas of practice in order to achieve smooth flow of all operations.
• Good organizational and time management skills to effectively juggle multiple priorities and time constraints.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and problem-solving skills to acquire the optimum diagnostic sonographic information in each examination performed.
• Ability to handle patient and organizational information in a confidential manner.
• Successful completion of IHA competency-based program within introductory and training period.
• Ability to travel to other office/practice sites and meeting and training locations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience on Toshiba Phillips equipment and GE ultrasounds is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greets and courteously escorts patient and other guests to examination room.
• Interprets patient histories and physician instructions.
• Prepares patients for procedures utilizing aseptic and sterile technique.
• Positions patients for sonographic examination.
• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations.
• Responsible for routine scanning, image documentation and billing.
• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
• Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
• Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in your care.
• Responds to patient emergencies, as needed.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate supplies.
• Documents patient information in a timely and accurate manner to ensure continuity of high quality health care.
• Assists with ensuring that patient encounter forms are completed thoroughly and accurately.
• Completes forms in accordance with office and IHA protocols.
• Serves as liaison between patient and physician, when necessary.
• Ensures timely and courteous follow-up regarding patient questions.
• Participates in team meetings and workflow improvement discussions.
• Maintains compliance with government and reimbursement requirements and with clinic standards of care.
• Provides support to clerical and clinical staff and providers, as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned and works within the scope of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers certification/registration/licensure.
• Creates a positive, professional, service-oriented work environment for staff, patients and family members by supporting the mission and values of Trinity Health Medical Group.
• Must be able to work effectively as a member of the Imaging healthcare team.
• Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.
• Successfully completes all relevant organizational training and adheres to Trinity Health Medical Group standard of care as outlined in the Trinity Health Code of Conduct.
• Maintains knowledge of and complies with Trinity Health Medical Group standards, policies and procedures.
• Maintains general knowledge of Trinity Health Medical Group office services and in the use of all relevant office equipment, computer and manual systems.
• Maintains strict confidentiality in compliance with Trinity Health Medical Group and HIPAA guidelines.
• Serves as a role model by demonstrating exceptional ability and willingness to take on new and additional responsibilities.
• Embraces new ideas and respects cultural differences.
• Uses resources efficiently.
• If applicable, responsible for ongoing professional development – maintains appropriate licensure/certification and continuing education credentials, participates in available learning opportunities.

Benefits

• Trinity Health Medical Group standard of care as outlined in the Trinity Health Code of Conduct.
• Trinity Health Medical Group standards, policies and procedures.
• Trinity Health Medical Group office services and in the use of all relevant office equipment, computer and manual systems.
• Trinity Health Medical Group and HIPAA guidelines.
• Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree