SONOGRAPHER, REGISTERED

Carilion Clinic•Rocky Mount, VA

7d•$34 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Sonographer performs a variety of highly skilled diagnostic ultrasound procedures to produce quality images of normal and abnormal anatomical structures for physician interpretation. Provides safe, age-appropriate care and services to patients across the lifespan while maintaining compliance with departmental, regulatory, and accreditation standards. The Registered Sonographer Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations utilizing specialized imaging equipment to obtain high-quality images for interpretation by a physician. Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients of all ages. Reviews patient history and physician orders to ensure appropriate examination protocols are performed. Evaluates, positions, and monitors patients during procedures while maintaining patient comfort, privacy, and safety. Operates, maintains, and performs quality assurance checks on ultrasound equipment according to departmental and accreditation standards. Recognizes normal and abnormal anatomical findings and obtains appropriate diagnostic images to support accurate interpretation. Documents procedures and patient information accurately within the electronic medical record and imaging systems. Performs duties associated with patient processing, which may include scheduling, registration, documentation, file management, and computer processing activities. Complies with all Carilion Clinic, departmental, regulatory, and accreditation standards, policies, and procedures. Participates in performance improvement, quality assurance, and patient safety initiatives. Assists with orientation, training, and education of students and new staff as assigned. Maintains professional knowledge and technical competency through continuing education and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program required, or completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program with documented ultrasound training required.
None.
Current ARDMS or ARRT Sonography certification in an applicable specialty area required. Specialty areas may include Abdomen, OB/GYN, Breast, Vascular, or Neurosonography.
AHA BLS-HCP certification required.
Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills required.
Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate patient care and maintain confidentiality.
Basic computer skills required.
Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and function effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations utilizing specialized imaging equipment to obtain high-quality images for interpretation by a physician.
Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients of all ages.
Reviews patient history and physician orders to ensure appropriate examination protocols are performed.
Evaluates, positions, and monitors patients during procedures while maintaining patient comfort, privacy, and safety.
Operates, maintains, and performs quality assurance checks on ultrasound equipment according to departmental and accreditation standards.
Recognizes normal and abnormal anatomical findings and obtains appropriate diagnostic images to support accurate interpretation.
Documents procedures and patient information accurately within the electronic medical record and imaging systems.
Performs duties associated with patient processing, which may include scheduling, registration, documentation, file management, and computer processing activities.
Complies with all Carilion Clinic, departmental, regulatory, and accreditation standards, policies, and procedures.
Participates in performance improvement, quality assurance, and patient safety initiatives.
Assists with orientation, training, and education of students and new staff as assigned.
Maintains professional knowledge and technical competency through continuing education and ongoing professional development.