Sonographer, OBGYN, Part Time, Mon- Fri, 8a -12p

UofL Health

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The sonographer independently operates ultrasound equipment and performs scans according to department guidelines. The role communicates scan results and pertinent patient information to the attending physician when appropriate, maintains high standards of medical ethics, and develops knowledge of the field and new procedures as they evolve. This is a part-time OB/GYN position at UofL Health’s outpatient site at 401 East Chestnut Street in Louisville, Kentucky. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with no weekends, holidays, or call. The employee and dependents are eligible for benefits and UofL-funded tuition.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED/equivalent.
ARDMS registration, or graduation from a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or Cardiovascular Technology Program accredited by CAAHEP.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accredited by the American Heart Association.
For the OB/GYN department, ARDMS registration in OB/GYN is required within nine months of hire.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of OB/GYN ultrasound experience is preferred for the OB/GYN department.
Electronic Medical Record experience is preferred.
PACS and DR System experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Review patient charts for physician orders and patient history.
Correlate the patient’s history with the exam to be performed.
Prepare the patient and equipment for the appropriate exam.
Present scans to the physician and communicate pertinent patient information.
Disinfect probes according to guidelines.
Schedule patients for follow-up appointments.
Enter patient reports into the reporting system.
Prepare charts for future appointments, ensuring records and orders are present and authorizations have been obtained.
Assist other staff with duties and responsibilities as appropriate and as time allows.
Complete state inspection sheets monthly.
Clean and stock exam rooms.
Place service calls for equipment failures and report them to management.
Check email daily to communicate with management and staff.
Evaluate department schedules for scheduling conflicts.
Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
Comply with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality.
Perform other duties as assigned.