Sonographer- Ft. Wright - The Christ Hospital Health Network

Job Description

The Registered Ob/Gyn sonographer performs clinical imaging duties at TCHMS offices and works under the general direction of the physician and/or supervision of the clinical manager. This position requires competencies in a variety of OB procedures, performing ultrasound examinations in accordance with AIUM and ACOG guidelines and protocols specializing in low risk OB/Gyn practices. The responsibilities include quality care of patients, accurate record keeping, care of equipment and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

1. Performs imaging and procedural duties of an Obstetric/Gynecological Sonographer.

• Follows testing protocols as established by the Medical Director and related professional standards.
• Produces quality study images & data by demonstrating competence and proper use of imaging and accessory equipment.
• Prepares patients and provides ultrasound guided assistance to the physician during procedures.
• Assesses the patient's physical, psychosocial, and educational needs, and obtains an appropriate history prior to each test.
• Confirms appropriateness of supporting information and documentation for the exam being performed.
• Maximizes services and maintains the work flow, performs assignments within the established time duration and actively helps others when needed.
• Explains testing procedures to patients, family members and other staff members connected to the care of the patient as needed.

2. Employment Responsibilities (Section 2 of Evaluation 20% value):

• Remains compliant to the required code of conduct particularly the policies and expectations related to remain "Fit for Duty" and HIPAA compliant
• Time and Attendance, clocks in and out as expected, doesn't abuse lunch break
• Parking, parks in the required employee location
• Tobacco, no smoking anywhere on campus
• Safety, maintains an organized, clean, stocked, and safe work area.
• Compliance/Training
• Professional Credentials, to remain current and registered in the specialty
• Maintains current CPR certification.
• Health Stream Education, complies with annual hospital and departmental safety and in-service requirements on time (i.e. .STAT).
• TB testing
• Flu/Tdap vaccinations

3. Responsible for efficient, effective and safe delivery of services:

• Works closely with leadership in efficiently using department resources and staffing to volumes.
• Schedules add-on and emergency exams for same day requests following good customer service standards.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all Information Systems, including proficiency on the structured reporting and image archival system.
• Maintains accurate and timely order entry and exam tracking in the HIS
• Follows all Infection Control policies and procedures
• Communicates equipment maintenance needs to the supervisor and operates equipment safely and properly.

4. Follows Quality Control standards and participates in departmental Process Improvement activities.

• Participates in Peer Review
• Participates in organizational and departmental process improvement activities.
• Engages in department meetings and shares responsibility for agenda.
• Maintains departmental compliance to regulatory expectations

5. Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager or designee

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

EDUCATION: Bachelor or Associates Degree in Ultrasound /Allied Health or graduate from an Accredited Ultrasound training program, RDMS Registry in related ultrasound specialty (OB/GYN) required and must maintain the minimum continuing education requirements of the registry and ACR/AIUM as appropriate.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 1 year in high risk or office based OB/GYN ultrasound diagnostics and procedures.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

This position requires:

• the ability to perform the routine procedures and real time techniques of the specialty, including M-mode, pulse and color Doppler, and have a good grasp of fetal and cross sectional anatomy and medical terminology
• the skill set to provide relevant technical information about the exam to the interpreting physician.
• familiarity with AS and/or other structured reporting systems
• customer service and communication skills to interact positively and constructively with staff, patients and physicians both in person and by telephone

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: This position requires certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) in Obstetrics and Gynecology. BLS for Allied Health Certification.

This position is for our Ft. Wright Kentucky location Full Time (4-5 days a week 8-4:30pm)