Sonographer I - LGH/Full Time Nights 9p-7:30a

Centra Health•Lynchburg, VA

1d•$32 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Autonomously performs complex diagnostic ultrasound imaging procedures for patients of all ages, under the supervision of qualified physicians for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Diagnostic sonographers take the initiative to confirm the imaging orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Responsible for contacting the ordering physician if an inadequate reason for test is supplied. Sonographers utilize advanced knowledge to perform diagnostic procedures (inpatient and outpatient settings, including portable and O.R. examinations) by producing, assessing, and evaluating ultrasound images and related data. Sonographers are required to exercise independent judgment in the interpretation and analysis of exams and provide a preliminary diagnosis of the technical findings to the physician.

Requirements

2 years or more of experience to qualify for the bonus.
Must have 2 years or more to qualify for the bonus.

Nice To Haves

New Grads eligible for $10K bonus.

Responsibilities

Performs complex diagnostic ultrasound imaging procedures for patients of all ages.
Confirms imaging orders for completeness and accuracy.
Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity.
Contacts the ordering physician if an inadequate reason for test is supplied.
Performs diagnostic procedures (inpatient and outpatient settings, including portable and O.R. examinations).
Produces, assesses, and evaluates ultrasound images and related data.
Exercises independent judgment in the interpretation and analysis of exams.
Provides a preliminary diagnosis of the technical findings to the physician.