Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Full Time Days - Anderson Campus - Maternal Fetal Medicine

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Performs ultrasound patient examinations on obstetric patients under the directions of a Perinatologist. The position requires a significant degree of judgement in the performance of assigned duties. The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Uses interviewing techniques to gather relevant information from the patient or patient’s representative and the patient’s medical records regarding the patient’s health status and medical history.

Communicates with the patient in a manner appropriate to the patient’s ability to understand; presents explanations and instructions in a manner that can be easily understood by the patient.  This includes explanation of procedure and responding to patient questions and concerns.

Performs a variety of OB ultrasound examinations using established protocols with some degree of individual judgment based on circumstances and patient conditions.

Recognizes sonographic characteristics of normal and abnormal tissues, structures, and blood flow; adjusts scanning technique to optimize image quality and spectral waveform characteristic.  Performs measurements and calculations according to protocols.

Analyzes sonography findings throughout the course of the examination so that a comprehensive exam is completed, and sufficient data is provided to the Perinatologist in order to direct patient management and render a final diagnosis.

Prepares for and assists Perinatologist with guidance imaging during invasive procedures.

Assists with introduction or placement of intra cavity devices.

Perform proper disinfection, as per equipment and regulatory standards of all medical equipment/devices.

Records diagnostic images and documented patient data for use by the interpreting Perinatologist in rendering a diagnosis and for archival purposes.

Communicates to Perinatologist patient clinical history and clinical observations made during ultrasound examination.

Ultrasound rooms are restocked daily at the end of the shift with laundry, SPD and Store Room supplies.  At the end of each shift should be cleaned and ready for the next patient. 

Must have knowledge of handling, disposal and clean up of spills of all HAZ-MAT materials in the Maternal Fetal Medicine department.

Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of patient care.

Exhibits the ability to work with others, is considerate of others work ethics, follows and takes directions well.

Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled with the Network, as well as the proper release of information.

Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.

Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external). 

Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.

Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.

Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. 

Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Completes yearly required competency assessments as set by the Network/Department.

Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation with in services and/or continuing medical education programs.

Will demonstrate knowledge pertaining to patient condition, history and appropriate medical background and information as it pertains to the examination to be performed.

Knowledge of and ability to use electronic medical record (EMR) and ultrasound reporting systems.

Assists in gathering and recording Quality Assurance/Performance