Sonographer II - West Allis OBGYN Clinic
About The Position
The Sonographer II performs OB/GYN diagnostic ultrasound examinations at the West Allis OB/GYN clinic in the West Allis Women’s Pavilion. The position is part time, 28 hours per week, with a first-shift schedule of three days one week and four days the next, on varying weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There is no call, weekend, or holiday work. The role involves operating ultrasound equipment, obtaining and adapting images, evaluating findings, documenting studies, communicating results to physicians, and supporting quality and laboratory accreditation activities. Aurora Women’s Pavilion provides specialized women’s health services in a modern facility, including fertility and reproductive support, preventive care, prenatal and postpartum services, urogynecology, pelvic floor and incontinence care, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, and intensive care services. The role also serves as a technical resource, role model, and/or preceptor for students and staff. The listed pay range is $41.10–$61.65. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered. Benefits eligibility is indicated, though program eligibility may depend on FTE or employment status.
Requirements
- Typically requires 2 years of experience in a Sonographer role.
- Advanced training beyond high school, including completion of an accredited or approved Sonography program.
- RDMS registration with Abdomen issued by ARDMS, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
- RDMS registration with OB/GYN issued by ARDMS, unless the department leader determines it is not required.
- BLS for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association; must be obtained within 6 months.
- Proficiency in sonographic procedures routinely performed in the hiring department.
- Ability to use independent judgment to distinguish normal from pathologic findings accurately.
- Ability to work effectively with others toward department goals and contribute positively to morale and teamwork.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills when working with patients and caregivers.
- Advanced knowledge of aseptic techniques and adherence to department, facility, and organizational policies and protocols.
- Ability to prioritize, work independently, and manage simultaneous assignments.
- Flexibility in scheduling and adaptability to constant change.
Responsibilities
- Perform OB/GYN diagnostic ultrasound examinations and communicate examination results to the interpreting physician.
- Operate ultrasound equipment proficiently to perform OB/GYN studies and distinguish normal from pathologic findings.
- Review patient records for clinical information, including history, laboratory results, and physician orders; obtain relevant information from patients and compare requisitions with physician orders.
- Position patients, select appropriate transducers and technical factors, and adjust those factors to obtain accurate images while maintaining patient safety and comfort.
- Apply cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record findings and adapt procedures to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic, and image information.
- Identify and label images with the patient’s name, medical record unit number, and scan location or position.
- Maintain records in accordance with regulatory requirements, enter patient and study information into the radiology information system, and document procedure billing codes.
- Identify equipment performance issues, notify appropriate staff, and evaluate new products and equipment for possible 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, including supporting staff at the facility and throughout the system.
- Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, or cost-containment initiatives and support laboratory accreditation achievement or maintenance.
Benefits
- $3,000 sign-on bonus
- Paid Time Off programs
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Career development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
