Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
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Attention Diagnostic Medical Sonographers with Generalist and Breast Experience! Full Time
The Danbury Hospital Outpatient Center is seeking an experienced UltraSound tech MF 9a5:30p **note W 10:30a7p (rotation approximately every 3 weeks).
New increased rates including shift differentials! Based on FULL years of experience Range $44 56.04 plus shift differentials.
Summary:
Performs diagnostic Ultrasound procedures by producing assessing and evaluating ultrasound images that are used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis. Provides interpreting physicians with oral or written summaries of technical findings on ultrasound while simultaneously providing basic patient care and comfort and performs diagnostic radiographs on patients while monitoring patient safety.
Responsibilities:
1. Reviews the ultrasound requests in order to insure that the appropriate exam is being done based on the patient history and the physicians clinical assessment.
2. Ensures the safety and comfort of patients.
3. Processes the images taken and presents them along with all necessary paper work to the radiologists for interpretation.
4. Greets patients explains the procedure and puts them at ease before the exam. Answers any questions.
5. Assists radiologist during performance of invasive procedures including the taking of vital signs before and after the procedure.
6. Fits inhouse exams and STAT outpatient exams into the existing schedule in order to ensure smooth work flow & limit patient waiting time.
7. Maintains familiarity with computer system in order to complete reschedule order and cancel exams as necessary. Knows how to recall a patients radiology exam history as needed.
8. Keeps each room clean and stocked. Insures that diagnostic equipment is sanitized after each patient.
9. Interacts with nursing floors and receptionists to insure that patients have the appropriate preparation for their ultrasound exams.
10. Produces and reviews high quality xrays for interpretation by the Radiologist.
11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT
Other Information:
Required: One year 2080 hrs) clinical experience must be completed prior to exam for ARDMS registry. ARDMS Registration required within one year from date of hire. Continuing education 24 CEU credits for License maintains current knowledge of professional discipline and educational methodologies through continuing professional development. Experience with patient care in a radiology setting.
Minimum Experience: one year
Desired:
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt odors noise human waste etc.
Credentials:ARDMSARRTRAD
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 200
Department: Ultrasound DHMAC
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $32.23 $59.86 Hourly
Employment Type
Full Time
