Sonographer | Outpatient | Vanderbilt Imaging Services

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

23h

About The Position

The Sonographer uses diagnostic medical equipment and ultrasound technology to help diagnose medical conditions. The role may specialize in obstetric/gynecologic, abdominal, neurosonography, or breast sonography. The Sonographer reviews patient histories and physician instructions, prepares and operates equipment, guides patients through procedures, and captures and evaluates images for physician interpretation. The role also includes maintaining patient records and equipment, protecting confidential information, and following safety, infection control, and quality improvement procedures.

Requirements

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification.
One year of relevant work experience.
Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.

Responsibilities

Review patients’ medical histories and physicians’ instructions.
Prepare equipment for procedures and select appropriate equipment settings.
Explain procedures to patients and record relevant medical history.
Direct patients into positions that provide the best view.
Apply gel to the skin to aid sound-wave transmission.
Operate equipment that directs high-frequency, nonionizing sound waves into the patient’s body and collects echoes to form images.
View scans for visual cues distinguishing healthy from unhealthy areas.
Select images for physician diagnostic purposes.
Take measurements, calculate values, and analyze results for preliminary reports to physicians.
Maintain patient records and adjust and maintain equipment.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Comply with safety, infection control, and quality improvement policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.