Sonographer

University Hospitals•Twinsburg, OH

11d

About The Position

A Sonographer (Ultrasound Tech) is a diagnostic medical professional who performs diagnostic ultrasound exams in accordance with their education and training, facility policies and procedures, and applicable professional standards. The role includes independently operating sonographic equipment, maintaining patient workflow, handling technical aspects of equipment maintenance, and conducting quality assessment. The Sonographer is expected to maintain high standards of medical ethics and continually develop their knowledge of the field, pathological processes, and advances in ultrasound technology. The position provides age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics and requires collaboration with co-workers, administrators, and other members of the health care team. The Sonographer must maintain required credentials and licenses, follow hospital safety and regulatory standards, protect patient privacy and confidentiality, and comply with policies and standards, including requirements for safeguarding Protected Health Information (PHI).

Requirements

Completion of an accredited program in a school of Sonography.
SPI (Sonography Principles & Instrumentation Examination) certification required upon hire.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification in a specialty required within six months; RVT and/or Breast certification may be required depending on location and job function.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.
Basic computer knowledge.
Knowledge of various types of ultrasound equipment.
Knowledge of computer-stored images.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Previous Sonography experience.
Proficiency in knowledge of sterile technique and surgical procedures.
Proficiency in basic knowledge of oxygen tanks, suction machines, and IVAC pumps.

Responsibilities

Validate patient orders and review relevant prior imaging.
Prepare the exam room and ultrasound equipment in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, patient safety, and facility protocols.
Correctly identify patients and explain examinations in a manner appropriate to each patient's ability to understand.
Perform ultrasound examinations according to departmental protocols, using critical thinking and independent judgment to accurately capture anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions.
Complete structured reporting documents, identify exam limitations, ensure images are uploaded to PACS, and review examinations with a radiologist as needed.
Perform and follow protocol for High Level Disinfection procedures and maintain competency in those procedures.
Provide age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and hospital policies, and securely handle Protected Health Information.
Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, administrators, and members of the health care team.
Maintain required credentials and licenses.
Follow the proper procedure for reporting equipment failures.
Adhere to hospital safety and regulatory standards, including DNV and ODH standards.
Follow the Radiology communication plan.
Complete annual training by the required deadline.
Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.