Diag Med Sonographer 32 hours week
Diag Med Sonographer 32 hours week
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Description
At Bristol Health we begin each day caring today for your tomorrow. We have been an integral part of our community for the past 100 years. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to our patients residents and families. We are committed to provide compassionate quality care at all times and to uphold our values of Communication Accountability Respect and Empathy (C.A.R.E.). We are Magnet and received the 2020 Press Ganey Leading Innovator award for our rapid adoption and implementation of healthcare solutions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Use your expertise compassion and kindness to transform the patient experience. Make a difference. Make Bristol Health your choice.
Independently evaluates and documents a wide variety of complex sonographic (ultrasound) examinations including OB/GYN Breast and Vascular studies utilizing non-ionizing high frequency ultrasonic waves. Produces documentation of evaluated anatomy for use by Provider in patient diagnosis. Performs specialized procedures requiring advanced knowledge/techniques. Utilizes multiple adjustments settings and variable controls on complex instruments/equipment to produce and enhance images. May assist with orientation and training of new staff. Also assists with the evaluation of new equipment procedures and protocols. Carries out emergency procedures within authorized limitations. Maintains required records and files. Performs routine maintenance on equipment.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
Performs sonographic examinations/procedures.
- Receives orders for designated ultrasound procedures. Reviews patient history for information which may be helpful in planning for procedures. Coordinates with Physicians office or nursing unit the timing of preliminary medications or preps for procedures.
- Enters patients information into computer. Sets and adjusts equipment controls using knowledge of ultrasound physics and variable technical factors on complex electronic and computerized instruments. Takes into consideration type of exam patient body habits and clinical history chooses transducer to be used for procedure.
- Independently performs scans of particular patient anatomy as requested by the Physician utilizing in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Recognizes a variety of pathological conditions and their manifestations of appearances under sonographic study. Exercises own judgment to extend or discontinue examination as necessary.
- Prepares and arranges patient in proper positions for examinations. Attaches and/or adjusts any required immobilization and supportive devices. Continually adjusts patient position transducer and controls to regulate intensity/ amplitude of electronic beam suppression of unwanted artificial images for radiologist.
- Monitors video screen while scanning noting normal or abnormal anatomy and recording same.
- Makes precise measurements of different organs and fetal parts in order to calculate diagnostic information.
Performs variety of special procedures.
- Sets up sterile trays with prescribed equipment following all regulations dealing with sterile techniques and related matters.
- Performs preliminary scans.
- Assists Physician in a variety of biopsies amniocentesis lesion localization fetal manipulation etc.
- Repeats scan and records changes as a result of special procedures.
Provides communication.
Qualifications
Educational / Minimum Requirements:
Graduate of an AMA accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
State/Federal Mandated Licensure or Certification Requirements:
Registered Technologist through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. (ARDMS).
Advanced registry in Abdomen or Ob-gyn within 12months of hire for new employees.
Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements:
General orientation at time of hire. Fire/Safety/Infection Control annually. Other programs as mandated by Hospital.
Special Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
Physical agility with repetitive occurrence including but not limited to; walking running bending stooping climbing stairs and ladders kneeling crouching crawling balancing reaching standing sitting and twisting. Lifting greater than 50 lbs. as needed throughout the work day. Visual acuity correctable to normal with normal color perception. Hearing acuity correctable to normal. Ability to verbalize so that the average person can comprehend.
Work Environment:
Regular exposure to patient elements stress rapid pace with multi-tasking skills.
Cognitive Requirements:
Delegates the care of the perioperative patient to staff in accordance with their skill level and in support of their ongoing educational needs. Remains current on perioperative procedures and proficient in the role of RN circulator.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
Employment Type
Part-Time
