Sonographer

Sutter Health•Pleasanton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Follows clearly defined diagnostic sonography procedures to deliver high quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program
Sonographer Level I: ARDMS-American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Upon Hire
Sonographer Level I: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire
Sonographer Level II: ARDMS-American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Upon Hire
Sonographer Level II: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire
Sonographer II: Must possess two (2) of the following: AB-Abdomen certification Upon Hire, BR-Breast certification Upon Hire, FE-Fetal Echocardiography certification Upon Hire, OB/GYN-Obstetrics & Gynecology Upon Hire, PS-Pediatric Sonography Upon Hire, RVT-Registered Vascular Technician Upon Hire
Sonographer Level III: ARDMS-American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Upon Hire
Sonographer Level III: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire
Sonographer III: Must possess three (3) of the following: AB-Abdomen certification Upon Hire, BR-Breast certification Upon Hire, FE-Fetal Echocardiography certification Upon Hire, OB/GYN-Obstetrics & Gynecology Upon Hire, PS-Pediatric Sonography Upon Hire, RVT-Registered Vascular Technician Upon Hire
Level I - No experience required.
Level II – 2 years of recent relevant experience.
Level III – 5 years of recent relevant experience.
Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic sonography principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.
Proficient in performing sonographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious or abnormal results.
Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline
Working knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).

Responsibilities

Follows clearly defined diagnostic sonography procedures to deliver high quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease.
Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner.
Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication.
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.