Sonographer, Ultrasound - Full-Time, Rotating shifts (08HR)

Stanford Health Care•Palo Alto, PA

4d•$70 - $79•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the supervisor/manager and a physician in the department, who is responsible for the use and interpretation of ultrasound procedures, conducts sonographic procedures on assigned patients through the use of ultrasound diagnostic equipment. Does not supplant the physician in the sphere of decision making required to establish a diagnosis, but will assist in gathering sonographic and other medical data necessary to reach a medical diagnosis and decision. Ensures that equipment is constantly functional and ready for immediate use. Maintains records and reports on equipment, procedures performed and billing.

Requirements

Requirement met by License/Certification Requirement
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to interpret physician instructions and patient medical and clinical records to determine type of ultrasonic procedure/test to be performed
Ability to perform general abdominal, small parts, OB-GYN and limited vascular sonography on varied patient population
Ability to work effectively as a team player
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and congenital/acquired pathology as they relate to the use and interpretation of ultrasound diagnostic procedures
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
Knowledge of principles of the PACS network and/or other electronic image processing and image development systems
Knowledge of principles of ultrasound physics, and the propagation of ultrasound through tissues
Knowledge of safety principles and procedures related to ultrasound procedures and equipment
Knowledge of ultrasound diagnostic procedures and equipment/instrumentation
ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Responsibilities

Documents observations made during the procedure for final interpretation by the physician or other qualified medical professional; obtains pertinent diagnostic images for record documentation when presenting cases
Ensures that ultrasound equipment & accessories are maintained and functioning. Reports problems to Lead Tech and supervisor.
Explains examination process to the patient and instructs and assists patient throughout the procedure
Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment, observes sound wave pattern produced, produces and processes diagnostic images and presents completed sonograms to physician.
Participates in maintaining records for research cases.
Participates as needed in evaluation of new equipment for research or possible future use in department.
Performs a variety of sonographic procedures utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones.
Performs appropriate infection prevention techniques including CIDEX testing, neutralization disposal.
Performs proper probe handling & cleaning according to procedures if necessary
Performs basic Doppler scans, i.e.: hepatic/portal veins, hepatic art, venous Doppler studies, renal transplant art/v. Doppler within allotted time frames; Spot check exams consistently show understanding and demonstration of proper doppler technique and documentation of doppler information, color and doppler spectral imaging, color & spectral scale setting at a velocity that demonstrates psv after flow direction and angle correction displayed appropriate to vessel
Reviews patient medical history in chart information system. Reloads prior exams for comparison.
Utilizes ancillary equipment appropriately (Kinetdx, PACS - Picture Archiving and Communication systems). Spots check exams for required views and adequate demonstration of anatomy.
Completes exam within required timeframe

Benefits

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
an employee assistance program
savings and spending accounts
disability
life and accident insurance
COBRA
retirement plan that includes both employer and employee contributions
Stanford Credit Union
tuition assistance
scholarship program
Healthy Steps wellness program
Group fitness classes
Healthy living classes
Health improvement programs
Wellness on Wheels
Online health education materials
Behavior change programs
Counseling and support services
Health assessments
Stanford Health Promotion Resource Center
Weekly webinars on special topics
paid time off
commuting and parking subsidies
pre-tax payroll deduction for parking permits, transit passes, and vanpool expenses
Stanford Rental Housing Programs
Landed - Helping Stanford employees buy homes
Back up care options 24 hours a day, 365 days per year for loved ones of any age
Employee discounts to local attractions, fitness centers, and theme parks
Maternity services and on-site child care
Adoption services and subsidy
Group Legal Plans
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance