Sonographer I Pool
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Oshkosh
Posted on: June 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Performs all general and/or vascular procedures/studies under
the direction of the Radiologist. Communicates results of
diagnostic examinations to the interpreting physician. Competently
operates ultrasound equipment to perform general, vascular and/or
cardiac procedures/studies. Accurately differentiates between
normal and pathologic findings. Reviews patient's medical record to
obtain necessary clinical information including patient history,
lab results, and physician orders, obtains necessary clinical
information from patients, and compares requisitions to physicians'
orders to ensure exam accuracy.Positions patient and selects proper
transducer and technical factors for accurate ultrasound
procedures. Adjusts factors to attain the appropriate images.
Ensures safety, mental and physical comfort of patient.Uses
cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt
procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic
information and images.Accurately identifies and labels images
identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and
location or position of scan on all images.Maintains records in
accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and
study information into the radiology information system, and
documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate
patient charges.Identifies equipment performance issues,
communicates to appropriate staff, and evaluates new products and
equipment for possible future use.Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes
sonographic information and medical history, and communicates
findings to the appropriate physician. Scheduled HoursCasual
position to cover open shifts. Included in weekend call rotation,
once every tenth weekend. Call hours: Friday 11pm-Saturday 7a,
Saturday 7p-Sunday 7a, and Sunday 7p-Monday 6:30a.Licenses &
CertificationsMedical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with Abdomen
issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Med Sonography
(ARDMS) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department
leader has determined it is not required, andMedical Sonographer
(RDMS) registration with OB/GYN issued by the American Registry of
Diagnostic Med Sonography (ARDMS) needs to be obtained within 3
months unless department leader has determined it is not required,
andVascular Technologist (RVT) registration issued by the American
Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) needs to be
obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it
is not required, orVascular Sonography (VS) registration issued by
the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to
be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined
it is not required, orVascular Specialist (RVS) registration issued
by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) needs to be
obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it
is not required, andCardiac Sonographer (RDCS-AE) registration with
Adult Echo issued by the ARDMS needs to be obtained within 18
months unless department leader has determined it is not required,
orCardiac Sonographer (RCS) registration issued by the
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) needs to be
obtained within 18 months unless department leader has determined
it is not required, andBasic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare
Providers -certification issued by the American Heart Association
(AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.DegreesAdvanced training
beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or
approved program in Sonography.Required Functional ExperienceNo
experience requiredKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesCompetency in all
general and/or vascular sonographic procedures routinely performed
in the hiring department. Ability to use independent judgment to
accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic
findings.Knowledge of aseptic techniques.Ability to effectively
communicate with patients and caregivers using excellent
interpersonal and communication skills.Knowledge of and adherence
to department, facility and organization policies and
protocols.Ability to prioritize, work independently and manage
simultaneous assignments.Ability to be flexible in schedule and
adaptable to constant change.
Keywords: Advocate Aurora Health, Oshkosh , Sonographer I Pool, Healthcare , Oshkosh, Wisconsin
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