Per Diem MFM Sonographer

JOB SUMMARY 

Provides technical assistance and direction to technical staff personnel in a positive and professional manner. Participates on performance/process improvement groups as needed. Operates Ultrasound equipment to perform a variety of vascular imaging procedures as indicated by physician orders and protocols. Maintains quality assurance logs, updates policies and procedures, and maintains requirements as indicated for IAC and ACR accreditations. Attends to direct and indirect patient care needs to ensure successful completion of requested imaging procedures. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Evaluates ultrasound services and maintains the highest possible standards of quality set forth by the Imaging department and departmental policies and procedures 

Supervises and assists in departmental operations on a daily basis 

Provides leadership and supports interdepartmental teamwork on a daily basis 

Schedules personnel and monitors work schedules to provide adequate coverage on all shifts 

Participates in the quality improvement process to improve patient outcomes 

Performs a variety of vascular ultrasound procedures 

Produces clear and undistorted images as indicates per established protocols 

Identifies and visualizes all necessary anatomy, measurements, and correctly labels structures 

Documents patient information, test results, and measurements accurately 

Recognizes normal and abnormal vascular anatomy and physiology and reports critical values and abnormal findings per establishes policy and procedures 

Utilizes 2 dimensional, M-Mode, color flow and Doppler imaging techniques when indicated 

Abnormal patient findings are immediately reported to physician 

Assures correct patient information on requests and reports 

Monitors equipment and department supplies 

Organizes work area and maintains supplies 

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE 

High School Diploma or equivalent required 

Graduate of an accredited program for Ultrasonography 

Active member of the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) with RVT certification or ICAVL accredited 

Minimum (3) years of experience as an ultrasonographer and (2) years of supervisory experience preferred 

Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider required 

Strong proficiency in computer based programs such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. 

Ability to work well with other team members and consultants in remote offices as well as independently. 

Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in a complex, matrix environment 

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Coordinates workflow in department and other areas of hospital; provides professional and technical guidance and confers with medical staff as appropriate; assures availability and functioning of supplies and equipment; makes recommendations on hiring, firing and disciplining staff; oversees Imaging students and evaluates assigned students.

Education:

Required: Graduate of accredited Imaging Program
Preferred: Associate degree

Experience:

Required: 3 years Ultrasound experience
Preferred: 2 years supervisory experience

Certifications:

Required: Must be registered within 24 months of graduation (and 12 months of hire); AHA BLS
Preferred: ARDMS or ARRT (S)

Physical Demands:

 

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