Sonographer
About The Position
The Sonographer performs or assists with vascular, abdominal, OB/GYN, neurovascular, and/or transcranial Doppler sonography exams. The role’s primary objectives are to obtain high-quality images, maximize the efficiency of the Radiologist or Neurologist, and provide exceptional patient care while maintaining consistent quality. The position is full-time in the Imaging Department at Riedman Health Center in Rochester, New York. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, eight-hour shifts scheduled between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., with a weekend requirement. For the Neurology Department, the role includes preparing for or maintaining RVT certification, performing carotid and transcranial Doppler exams, reporting exam completion to the reading Neurologist, alerting the Neurologist to severe or critical results, and maintaining IAC standards. For the Radiology Lead role, duties include scheduling, timekeeping, ACR and regulatory credentials, hiring, onboarding and training, disciplinary measures, and day-to-day operations.
Requirements
- Effective June 1, 2023, new hires must have a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate or a Bachelor’s Degree in Ultrasound.
- For Radiology sites or affiliates with ACR accreditation, RDMS certification is required within six months of graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited program or within 18 months of graduation from a non-accredited program. Employees hired before September 1, 2022, were required to obtain RDMS certification by March 1, 2023.
- RDMS certification is not required for Neurovascular and Vascular roles.
- New graduates may submit an official transcript from an accredited school or a letter sent directly by the school registrar confirming program completion; primary-source education verification is required within 90 days of the start date.
- For Neurology Department positions, maintain or prepare for RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) certification.
- RDMS — Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) is listed under licenses/certifications.
- Moderate clinical physical requirements include continual movement; standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs.; pushing and pulling medical equipment; assisting with patient positioning; frequent bending, twisting, and reaching; and fine motor tasks.
- High sensory acuity, sustained focus, and decision-making under pressure are required in clinical situations, including responding to emergencies and monitoring patient status.
- The role may involve exposure to infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation; TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.
Nice To Haves
- BLS Certification.
- For Radiology sites or affiliates without ACR accreditation, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification.
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT).
Responsibilities
- Perform abdominal, vascular, OB/GYN and/or transcranial Doppler ultrasound scans.
- Produce ultrasound images and obtain required measurements using various transducers and imaging techniques in compliance with procedure standards determined by the Physician or directing provider.
- Review patient charts for history information, valid orders, and clinical appropriateness.
- Document scan performance in the patient’s chart and complete preliminary reporting.
- Call preliminary reports to doctors’ offices or nursing floors at the Radiologist’s request.
- Assist physicians with invasive procedures under sonographic guidance.
- Clean, stock, and prepare rooms daily.
- Attend hospital and departmental meetings and in-services.
- Provide high-quality patient care with exceptional service and compassion.
- Attend continuing education classes (CME) to maintain registry.
- Serve as a resource to ultrasound students by demonstrating and explaining procedures, and function as a preceptor during orientation of new personnel.
- For Neurology Department positions, maintain or prepare for RVT certification; perform diagnostic ultrasound tests including carotid and transcranial Doppler exams; report exam completion to the reading Neurologist; alert the reading Neurologist to severe and critical results; and maintain IAC standards.
- For Radiology Lead positions, handle scheduling, timekeeping, and ACR/regulatory credentials; support hiring, onboarding and training, disciplinary measures, and day-to-day operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Job Type
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