Sonographer - Full Time, Evenings (08HR)

Stanford Health Care•Stanford, CA

51d•$70 - $79•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the supervisor/manager and a radiologist (who is responsible for the use and interpretation of ultrasound procedures), conducts sonographic procedures on patients with ultrasound 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

Graduate of an ultrasound program.
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
Accepts and applies feedback related to performance
Takes initiative to meet personal and department goals for success
ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography required .
ARDMS- AB Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers - Abdomen (AB) required .

Nice To Haves

ARDMS- OB/GYN Registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers - Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) preferred .
RDMS-V - Registered Diagnostic Med Sonographer-Vascular preferred .
RDMS-B - Registered Diagnostic Med Sonographer-Breast preferred .
RDMS-PS - Diag Med Sonogra-Pediatric preferred .
BLS - Basic Life Support preferred .

Responsibilities

Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment, observes sound wave pattern produced, produces, processes, and documents diagnostic images.
Presents completed sonograms (including pathology, anatomical variants, and incidental findings) to radiologist.
Performs a variety of scans including abdomen, renal, gynecology (transabdominal and transvaginal), small parts, abdominal Doppler (including transplants), upper and lower extremity DVT, carotid, aorta, and transplants. Our department does not perform dedicated maternal-fetal medicine imaging, but candidates must possess basic knowledge of obstetrical studies.
Explains examination process to the patient and instructs and assists patient throughout the procedure.
Reviews patient medical history and relevant prior imaging in electronic medical record and imaging chart (PACS).
When necessary, spot checks exams for required views and adequate demonstration of anatomy and pathology (for example, if working with students). Completes exam within required timeframe.
Assists with ultrasound-guided procedures and supply/tray set-up.
Participates in department research cases.
Performs appropriate infection prevention techniques including the use of Trophon equipment.
Performs proper probe handling & cleaning according to manufacturer guidelines.
Ensures that ultrasound equipment & accessories are maintained and functioning. Reports problems to department leadership.