Description

Job Summary:

A Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Ultrasound Tech) is a Diagnostic Ultrasound Professional providing diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures.  The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography.  The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is also responsible for daily operations of the patient’s schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA).  The Sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the filed, disease and new procedures as they evolve.  Other duties are assigned by the Ultrasound Supervisor according to policies and procedures and the mission of Louisiana Women’s Healthcare.

Job responsibilities:

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations
• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images
• Uses independent judgement during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings
• Analyses; sonograms, synthesize sonographic information, medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician
• Coordinates work schedule with Ultrasound Department Supervisor to assure workload coverage
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer’s care
• Assists with the daily operations of the sonographic department
• Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation
• Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rappor with all interrelating hospitals, referral or commercial agencies
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned
• Performs all requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician
• Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures
• Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided
• Addresses problems of patient care as they arise and makes decisions to appropriately resolve the problems
• Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required
• Assumes responsibility for the safety and well-being of all patients in the sonographic area/department
• Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member
• Performs other work-related duties as required

Knowledge:

                  Knowledge  ------------------------

                  Knowledge of CPT and ICD10 coding

                  Knowledge of HIPPA compliance

                  Knowledge of medical terminology

Skills:

      Computer literacy

      Skilled in data entry and use of sonography equipment

      Demonstrate communication skills, tack, diplomacy, sensitivity, clarity and accuracy

      Maintain a positive working relationship with other co-workers

Abilities:

      Ability to understand, interpret and follow policies and regulations.

      Ability to examine documents for accuracy and completeness

      Ability to communicate effectively to patients and co-workers and work with others

      Ability to follow policies and procedures as directed

Environmental/Working Conditions:

         Normal office environment 

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Background:

            Previous experience as Ultrasound Technologist in the private physician setting, preferably OB/GYN office or Family Practice. Computer literacy required.

Temperament:

            Prefers detail-oriented work.  Ability to prioritize tasks. Willingness and ability to work in any areas of assigned responsibility.

Physical Requirements:

            Manual dexterity for data entry on the computer. Ability to speak in a clearly understandable manner.  Visual ability to review computer reports.  Requires sitting and standing associated with normal office environment. All duties to be performed with or without accommodation.

         Office Citizenship Expectations

• Maintains appropriate, professional conduct and appearance at all times; follow office dress code consistently.
• Completes work in an established time frame; seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed or pace is slow.
• Demonstrates willingness to perform other duties to assist the team effort for the benefit of the patients, physicians and fellow employees.
• Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles of the organization and changing environment.
• Consistently arrives at work on time and completes all tasks.
• When not in the office, arranges for coverage, or requests assistance to ensure assigned work is completed.
• Maintains work area in a professional, neat manner.

JOB STATUS:

This is a PRN position