Sonographer II - Children's Hospital of Richmond - Part Time

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sonographer job performs the practice of ultrasonography and is responsible for the administration of high-frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques to humans of all ages (newborn to geriatric) for medical purposes. A Sonographer/Technologist performs ultrasonography procedures and related techniques, producing images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.

Requirements

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) as a sonographer ARRT(S) or RDMS or CCI certification in medical sonography or RDCS certification in cardiac sonography or RVT certification as a Vascular Technologist.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Must have completed their 6-month orientation.

Nice To Haves

• Individuals with at least one year of experience can be hired directly into this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform all the duties of a Sonographer I.
• Provide accurate explanations and instructions to the patient and family using age-appropriate language and verifying that the patient understands and agrees to the completion of the ordered exam.
• Perform ordered exams or therapy in accordance with established imaging protocols while respecting the patient’s ability and comfort.
• Adhere to policies and utilize protocols to determine that expected outcomes have been met.
• Document deviations from protocol and/or patient-specific issues that may impact image quality.
• Notify the appropriate health care provider when the immediate clinical response is necessary based on procedural findings, patient condition, or other relevant concerns that may impact patient safety or care.
• Complete all required post-processing, image display, preliminary reporting, and transfer for physician review in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate timely order closure, charge entry, and PACS QA completion.
• Routinely cover open shifts as appropriate based on level of competency.
• Perform all ultrasound-guided procedures, including but not limited to drainages, aspirations, and biopsies.
• Complete understanding of technical standards, scope of practice, department and health system policies, and safety and service standards.
• Complete understanding of imaging equipment, image processing software, instrumentation, and ancillary patient care equipment.

Benefits

• One college and four health sciences schools
• An academic medical center
• A Level I trauma center
• One of only two NCI-designated cancer centers in Virginia
• The region’s only full-service children’s hospital
• More than 800 physicians in 200 specialties
• A community health center, dedicated research teams, facilities and valued partners in every field

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed