OB/GYN-Ultrasound Tech-PT

Policy Name Sonographer Job Description and Responsibilities
Department OB/GYN
Effective Date
Last Revision
Policy Owner Clinic Manager


Policy Description and Purpose: Managing patient care involves a team of clinical and nonclinical staff interacting with patients and working to achieve patient-centered care. Job descriptions and responsibilities of the care team emphasize a team-based approach to patient care and promote training of team members to meet the highest level of function allowed by state law.
Procedure: The job description and responsibilities are defined for Sonographer in the OB/GYN department at Murfreesboro Medical Clinic below:
Job Title OB/GYN Sonographer
Job Description
The Sonographer utilizes high frequency sound waves to produce ultrasound images and related data used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis and perform other duties as listed below.

Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting and involves frequent telephone contact, as well as face-to-face communication with patients. Interactions with others in constant and interruptive. There is possible exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, bodily fluids, and other conditions common to medical practice. Varied activities including walking, bending, reaching, lifting (up to 30 pounds), stooping, assisting patients and sitting for extended periods of time may occur. Also, occasional stress from multiple responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities
• Represent MMC in a courteous and professional manner
• Greet guests and incoming calls in a polite, prompt, and helpful manner
• Be at your workstation on time and prepared to start the day
• Be flexible when asked to stay past your scheduled work time (as needed) to accommodate the needs of patients
• Provide prompt, efficient, and accurate patient service
• Meet or exceed patient, doctor, and staff expectations through a cooperative, teamwork approach
• Set up equipment and exam room and prepare patient for examination
• Obtain, review, and retrieve pertinent patient history, physical exam, and supporting clinical data to facilitate the physician in determining a diagnosis
• Properly perform diagnostic procedures by producing, assessing, and evaluating ultrasound images and related data used by physicians
• Provide the interpreting physician with an oral or written summary of technical findings at the discretions of the physician
• Complete all necessary paperwork and assist with proper coding
• Keep clinic and exam rooms clean and sanitized
• Follow all patient safety guidelines
• Maintain necessary stock
• Sterilize and clean equipment after use and report any equipment difficulties or failures
• Utilize the Electronic Medical Record for all patient interactions and communication
• Be knowledgeable and adhere to OSHA guidelines and MMC policies and procedures
• With instruction, perform other duties as required or assigned

Required Skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong skills in communicating effectively with co-workers, providers, and patients
• Ability to conduct daily functions in an appropriate, professional, and compassionate manner
• Ability to manage/prioritize multiple tasks in an efficient and timely manner
• Teamwork attitude
• Flexibility to respond to changing demands
• Ability to react calmly and competently in stressful situations
• Effectively utilize computer systems and programs that are necessary to complete daily tasks

Education/Experience Requirements - Current RDMS licensure
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