Sonographer - Tulsa Pediatric Cardiology Clinic

OU Health•Tulsa, OK

20h

About The Position

The Sonographer I performs specialized ultrasound examinations on OU Health patients to support providers in diagnosing, caring for, treating, and monitoring conditions ranging from simple to complex. The position is intended for people gaining experience as a sonographer or experienced imaging professionals beginning a career in sonography. Work may take place in outpatient or inpatient settings across OU Health locations.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited sonography or imaging/radiology program as defined by ARDMS, ARRT, and/or CCI; alternatively, completion of a JRCERT-accredited military educational program that meets certification requirements for ARDMS or ARRT certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
Obtain within one year of hire one of the listed ARDMS or ARRT certifications: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Abdomen (AB), Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN), Pediatric Sonography (PS), Registered Vascular Technologist (VT), Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echocardiography (AE), Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (MSKS), or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (S).
Demonstrate knowledge and skill in radiologic technology, medical imaging, patient positioning, and medical ethics.
Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to sonography and the radiologic technologies associated with the credentialed imaging specialty.
Apply theory, practices, and techniques to perform, post-process, analyze, and annotate study data or procedure documentation.
Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Provide care appropriate to the ages and patient populations served.
Know and apply HIPAA guidelines and standards.
Prioritize and complete clinical or non-clinical work assignments.
Multitask and remain calm in stressful situations.
Work as part of a diverse team and communicate effectively.
Report to work as scheduled and demonstrate consistency and dependability.
Be sensitive to patients' physical and psychological needs.
Maintain accurate records and work accurately with names, numbers, and codes.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, perform diagnostic imaging as ordered by a care provider.
Perform testing safely and to high-quality standards, with a consistent focus on patient-centered care.
Prepare patients for procedures and review clinical histories to ensure alignment with provider-ordered tests.
Respond to patient and family inquiries and explain diagnostic testing and expected result timelines.
Collaborate with OU Health team members, including providers, to deliver patient care.
Use specialized imaging and ultrasound equipment and techniques in accordance with established scope-of-practice guidelines.
Review test quality after procedures to confirm required elements are complete, documented, and consistent with departmental and accreditation standards.
Transfer images and data to the appropriate electronic health system, enter technical data and findings, and prepare studies for physician reporting.
Perform quality-control checks, cleaning, disinfection, and equipment maintenance according to manufacturer instructions and regulatory guidelines.
Ensure testing meets established technical protocols and applicable accreditation standards.
Administer contrast when indicated and according to protocol.
Assist with quality assurance and performance-improvement tasks as requested.
Provide on-call clinical coverage outside regularly scheduled hours on weekdays, weekends, or holidays when assigned.
Engage in teaching students in the radiologic program in support of OU Health's academic partnerships.
Serve as a departmental preceptor, instructing and mentoring new or less experienced team members and assisting with onboarding.
Perform other duties as assigned.