Sonographer II

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•West Allis, WI

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sonographer II performs general, vascular, and/or cardiac ultrasound procedures and studies, using ultrasound equipment and independent judgment to distinguish normal from pathologic findings. The role reviews patient records, histories, lab results, and physician orders; gathers relevant information from patients; and positions patients, selects transducers and technical factors, and adjusts equipment to obtain appropriate images. The sonographer supports patient safety and comfort, adapts procedures to the clinical and anatomical information, accurately labels images, maintains required records, enters patient and study data into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes. The position analyzes sonograms alongside medical history and communicates findings to the appropriate physician. It also identifies equipment issues, communicates them to appropriate staff, and evaluates new products and equipment for potential use. The Sonographer II serves as a technical resource, role model, and/or preceptor for students and staff, supports colleagues at the facility and across the system, and participates in quality improvement, patient safety, cost containment, and laboratory accreditation efforts. The sonographer must provide age-appropriate care and understand growth and development across the lifespan, assessing patient status and providing care according to departmental policies and procedures. This full-time position rotates between two clinics and is scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The listed workweek is 32 hours. Locations are Six Points, 6609 West Greenfield Ave., West Allis, Wisconsin, and Franklin West, 9200 W. Loomis Rd., Franklin, Wisconsin. The pay range is $41.10–$61.65.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited or approved Sonography program involving advanced training beyond high school.
Typically, 2 years of experience in a Sonographer role.
Proficiency in all general and/or vascular sonographic procedures routinely performed in the hiring department.
Ability to use independent judgment to differentiate accurately between normal and pathologic findings.
Ability to work effectively with others toward common department goals and contribute positively to morale and teamwork.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for communicating with patients and caregivers.
Advanced knowledge of aseptic techniques.
Knowledge of and adherence to department, facility, and organization policies and protocols.
Ability to prioritize, work independently, and manage simultaneous assignments.
Flexibility in scheduling and adaptability to constant change.
Obtain RDMS registration with Abdomen from ARDMS within 0 months, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
Obtain RDMS registration with OB/GYN from ARDMS within 0 months, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
Obtain one of the following vascular credentials within 0 months, unless the department leader determines it is not required: RVT from ARDMS, VS from ARRT, or RVS from CCI.
Obtain one of the following cardiac credentials within 0 months, unless the department leader determines it is not required: RDCS-AE Adult Echo from ARDMS or RCS from CCI.
Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association within 6 months.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, and twist throughout the workday.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist, lift up to 20 pounds overhead, carry up to 40 pounds a reasonable distance, and push or pull with 30 pounds of force.
Ability to perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Clear speech, vision, and hearing.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as necessary when exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, or radiation hazards and blood or body fluids.

Responsibilities

Operate ultrasound equipment to perform general, vascular, and/or cardiac procedures and studies.
Differentiate between normal and pathologic findings using independent judgment.
Review patient records, history, lab results, and physician orders; obtain relevant clinical information from patients and verify requisitions against orders.
Position patients, select transducers and technical factors, and adjust settings to obtain appropriate images.
Ensure patient safety and mental and physical comfort.
Use cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures based on anatomical, pathological, diagnostic, and image information.
Accurately identify and label images with the patient's name, medical record unit number, and scan location or position.
Maintain records according to regulatory requirements; enter patient and study information into the radiology information system and document procedure billing codes.
Identify equipment performance issues, communicate them to appropriate staff, and evaluate new products and equipment for potential future use.
Analyze sonograms, synthesize sonographic information with medical history, and communicate findings to the appropriate physician.
Serve as a technical resource, role model, and/or preceptor for students and staff, and provide support to staff at the facility and throughout the system.
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, or cost containment initiatives and contribute to laboratory accreditation achievement and maintenance.
Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.