Sonographer

Parkland Health

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Operates ultrasound equipment to produce basic diagnostic scans of high quality while ensuring optimal patient care. This role is in an acute care hospital setting, with a schedule of four 10-hour shifts per week, from 10 am to 8:30 pm.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited sonography program
• Sonographers working in Ultrasound or Mammography, no prior experience is required; one year of experience in specialty is preferred.
• Equivalent Education and/or Experience: Education completed in Sonography with current credential from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Sonography (ARRT(S)) and hospital sonography experience.
• Sonographers working in Radiology ultrasound (70420) must be registered in the sub-specialty of abdomen [by ARDMS (RDMS (AB)) or ARRT (S)] or vascular sonography [by ARDMS RVT or CCI-RVS] as a condition of hire.
• Must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card prior to employment at Parkland from one of the following: American Heart Association, American Red Cross, Rescuer Military Training Network
• Must be able to operate various types of ultrasound and ancillary equipment used in performing ultrasound procedures.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy.
• Mammography sonographers must be proficient in breast ultrasound exams.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in specialty is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates ultrasound equipment used to produce general diagnostic scans to ensure optimal patient care.
• Determines equipment and supply needs in advance for general diagnostic scans, ensuring patient safety and scan efficiency.
• May participate in complex scans and invasive procedures in order to meet vascular credential requirements and career development activities.
• Evaluates and verifies images meet departmental quality standards and established imaging protocols.
• Follows department protocols for image acquisition, labeling, documentation, and image presentation in PACS.
• Identifies and distinguishes between normal and abnormal anatomy relevant to imaging sub-specialty and documents in images and electronic health record per protocol.
• Maintains required quality standards through use of Peer View and other department metrics reported on a regular basis.
• Participates in image review and feedback sessions with physicians, senior sonographers, and supervisor.
• Observes patients during scan to ensure their safety and well being.
• Able to assess and respond to urgent and emergent patient events and demonstrates ability to obtain appropriate level of emergency assistance.
• Ensures the accuracy of all data entered into the patient record such as arrival, begin and end exam information.
• Completes other computerized data entry and charging tasks with correct data to ensure the accuracy of patient records and charges.
• May access and handle selected medications and contrast media within scope of practice and with supervision and guidance of a Sr. sonographer and/or provider.
• Maintains and performs basic troubleshooting of ultrasound equipment and informs supervisor and submits tickets as needed to ensure equipment is operable and safe.
• Ensures broken equipment is taken out of service.
• Completes any logs or documentation as required.
• Participates in Environment of Care (EOC) rounds and inspection readiness activities.
• Actively participates in training of sonography students on clinical rotation in department.
• Maintains positive working relationships using Parkland Colleague Behavior guidelines.
• Serves as a resource person for physicians, other sonographers, students, and patients to ensure an efficient flow of patient information and care.
• Assists in the department orientation and on boarding of new sonographers, APP staff, support staff and/or resident physicians.
• Follows departmental and organizational behavioral expectations and receives no written corrective actions within the evaluation period - or shows significant improvement in behavior since the corrective action occurred.
• Attends department meetings or department sponsored continuing education sessions. This provision may be waived at manager's discretion due to shift or emergency circumstances.
• Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction.
• Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.
• Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure.
• Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area.
• Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans.
• Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Benefits

• exceptional care to the Dallas community
• collaborative, engaged team focused on excellence, innovation, and patient-centered service
• resources to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact every day

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree