Sonographer - Alexandria, United States - RAYUS Radiology

Description

Job SummaryThere is a $3,000 relocation or sign on bonus for this role RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Sonographer to join our team.

As a Sonographer/Ultrasound Technologist you will independently operate sonographic equipment, and perform and communicate the results of diagnostic examinations using sonography.

You'll be part of a team providing a wide range of screening, diagnostic and interventional procedures with compassion and integrity to ensure the highest quality, access, service and value to our patients, referring providers and partners.

You'll play an important part of that process by taking a patient centered approach, you will assure that services are provided within professional standards and that a high standard of medical ethics is maintained.

You'll also remain self-motivated to increase your level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.

This is a fulltime add to staff position due to growth.

The schedule includes rotating day and evening shifts, working an average of two 1:30pm-9:30pm shifts per week as well as day shifts starting at either 7:00am or 9:00am.

This position includes weekend rotation, call and holidays.


Essential Duties:
(85%)

Sonographic ExaminationPerforms clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations, including breast,ABI and a full range of other sonography examinationsScreens patient before exam for any precautions or contraindications pertaining to theexaminationObtains and reviews the requisition for examination in order to be aware of informationsuch as procedure requested, clinical history, patient condition or any other specialrequirementsUses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures asappropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and imagesUses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiatebetween normal and pathologic findingsIndependently initiates additional ultrasound imaging procedures to facilitate optimumdiagnostic results (e.g., endovaginal exam, Doppler, etc.)Analyses sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, andcommunicates findings to the appropriate physicianMaintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologists, referring officesand other associates and peersConverses with doctors, nurses, patients and family members as requiredAccurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)Provides interpreting physician with an oral or written summary of technical findingsIdentifies problems, secures relevant data to identify possible causes; generatesalternative courses of action and possible consequencesAssists with the daily operations of the sonographic laboratoryMaintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients andco-workers(10%) Operational SupportDemonstrates responsibility and accuracy for electronic data entry and maintenanceCompletes exam billingMaintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate suppliesParticipates in continuous quality improvements activitiesAssists with training new associates, providing resource and technical expertiseEstablishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with allinterrelating hospitals and referring physiciansHelps supervisor gain support for unit goals and plans(5%) Performs other duties as assignedRequirementsRequiredGraduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or CardiovascularTechnology Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of AlliedHealth Education Programs (CAAHEP)Active certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)in the specialty(ies) as appropriateCPR/Basic Life SupportPreferred:

Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical SonographyAdvanced registry in Vascular, Abdomen, OB, and Breast imagingBilingualRAYUS is committed to delivering clinical excellence in communities across the U.S., driven by our passion for and superior service to referring providers and patients.

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