Parkside OB-GYN - PRN Sonographer

Job Title: Sonographer

Weekly Hours: PRN, at least 16 hours a month.

Supervised By: Clinical Manager, Parkside OB-GYN

Position Overview: Provides patient care in the OB-GYN office setting at Parkside OB-GYN by performing ultrasonic diagnostic procedures in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by physicians. Work with new GE ultrasound machines with a fully adjustable screen and keyboard for better ergonomics. Assists providers and team in coordinating patient care. Functions as a liaison between patients, families, and providers.

Responsibilities:

• Works both autonomously and collaboratively
• Instructs patients regarding procedures to ensure cooperation and optimum test results.
• Follows prescribed safety standards in operating equipment.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment in appropriate operating conditions.
• Maintains exam rooms and work areas and/or orders and stocks all ultrasound supplies, including those needed for Trophon care and maintenance.
• Communicates with clinical, clerical and billing departments, providers, patients and families to ensure continuity of care.
• Communication skills (both written and verbal) suitable to express the physical, mental and emotional status of patients and families.
• Demonstrates acceptable time management techniques.
• Maintains skills and knowledge base through reading, training and other structured in-services.
• Attends clinical meetings as scheduled.
• Conducts self in accordance with the employee handbook.
• Maintains strictest confidentiality; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines/regulations.

Required Skills & Education:

• Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology program required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years’ experience as a sonographer is preferred.
• RDMS certification in OB/GYN.
• Maternal-fetal medicine experience required.
• Ability to operate ultrasound equipment proficiently.
• Ability to take vital signs.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, management and team members.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills including the ability to manage interactions with all patients.

Other Requirements:

• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology to sufficiently pinpoint area of imaging.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Must be able to act calmly and effectively in busy, stressful or emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in person, by phone and in writing.
• Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including standards for safety, attendance, punctuality and personal appearance.

Physical Demands:

Continuously requires standing, walking, sitting, typing, squatting, kneeling, reaching above the shoulder, lifting items weighing up to 10lbs, and pushing/pulling items weighing up to 10lbs. Frequently requires crawling, verbal communication, lifting items weighing up to 20lbs, and pushing/pulling items weighing up to 20lbs. Infrequently requires climbing, bending, lifting items weighing up to 50lbs, and pushing/pulling items weighing up to or above 50lbs.

Work Environment:

Person may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, infectious diseases, blood/bodily fluids, and disease-bearing specimens.

Tribe513 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.