Sonographer Coordinator - Salinas Valley Health
Salinas, CA 93901
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Coordinates the day-to-day operations of the Ultrasound Department. Under minimal supervision performs specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as requested by a physician to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Assists with maintaining ACR accreditation for Ultrasound. Trains and serves as a resource person in handling difficult or unusual situations. Acts as a positive role model for staff. Works with staff and Radiologists to develop and implement Ultrasound policies and protocols. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the population of the patients served on his/her unit. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs any combination of the following duties depending on the area of assignment.
- Coordinates the day-to-day operations of the Ultrasound Department.
- Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures, such as gallbladders, abdomens, pelvis, O.B. exams, biopsies, and vascular studies.
- Transports patients by stretcher, bed, wheelchair or walking. Provides care for patients during transportation in the department if necessary.
- Assists patients by lifting and moving them off and on the exam tables. Provides bedpans and urinals as needed. Assures that patients are properly dressed for procedures.
- Cares for patients during procedures by assisting them to rest room, giving them blankets, etc. Prepares patients for exams.
- Evaluates patient condition pre and post-procedure and reports changes in the patient's condition to nurses or Radiologist for follow-up.
- Assists with emergency medical treatment under physician direction.
- Performs related duties such as reporting equipment malfunctions, assisting others and special assignments. Cleans work area, orders and maintains the department inventory of supplies.
- Reviews and verifies outpatient orders for the following day. Makes appropriate calls to physician etc. to verify orders if needed.
- Serves as a resource person for the Sonographers, referring Physicians, Radiologists, patient care departments, and other department staff.
- Keeps the ultrasound staff informed on system and/or operation changes. Attends regular department meetings and in-services to maintain working knowledge of changes in equipment and protocols. Maintains CEU's and CPR license.
- Participates actively in Performance Improvement and Quality measures.
- Responsible for staff training and competency testing.
- Works with Manager to maintain ACR accreditation for Ultrasound.
- Serves as Clinical Coordinator for the training of Sonography students.
- Is competent in Meditech and PACS as it pertains to imaging and patient care.
- Works closely with the Radiologists and Manager in the development and implementation of Policies and Procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education: Completion of an ultrasound training program and registered through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) required.
Licensure: RDMS certification in three or more areas required. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required.
Experience: At least five (5) years experience as a licensed Sonographer.
The hourly rate for this position is $69.29 - $84.22. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.
Job Specifications:
• Union: NUHW
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• FTE: 1.0
• Scheduled Hours: 40
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