OB/GYN Ambulatory Sonographer - Hammond, United States - North Oaks Health System

Description

Status:
Full Time


Shift:
Monday - Friday 8a -5p


Exempt:
No


Summary:
Performs Ultrasound procedures in accordance with established professional and departmental standards and procedures in a clinical setting.


Other information:

• Three years previous OBGYN sonography experience is preferred.2.

Specialized or Technical Education Required:
High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a diagnostic medical sonographer program required. ARDMS registry in Abdomen and OB preferred. (Must complete ARDMS registry within 12 months of hire).3.


Manual or Physical Skill Required:
Positioning and lifting of patients required

4 Physical Effort Required:

Strength:
MediumPush: FrequentlyPull: FrequentlyCarry: FrequentlyLift: FrequentlySit: OccasionallyStand: FrequentlyWalk: Frequently


Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a complete working knowledge of Ultrasound equipment and performs all Ultrasound procedures as assigned. 2. Demonstrates ability to visualize anatomy under investigation through proper patient positioning and utilizes ACR guidelines to obtain Ultrasound images. 3. Obtains patient history and clinical data for correlation with the images and reviews physician order and consults with physician as needed for special instructions.4. Greets patients and confirms patient identification utilizing two patient identifiers. Completely explains examination procedure to the patient and family if present.5. Performs visual preventive safety inspections on all equipment and ensures all inspection stickers are up to date. Identifies problems and communicates to immediate supervisor.6. Maintains necessary inventory of supplies, rotating stock in an orderly fashion, and eliminating outdated items. Complies with TJC standards.7. Recognizes emergency situations and reports patient care emergencies to providers immediately.8.

Demonstrate proficiency in ultrasound guided procedures including but not limited to:
Perform 3D/4D scans.

Pre scan to document anatomySonohysterogramIUD placementsEssure coil positioningOTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:1. Perform any other duties as directed by the supervisor, manager, or director.2. Performs as a team member and serves on teams/committees as requested.3. Assists providers and other staff members, as needed.4. Attends staff meetings.5.

Follows any other job related instructions and performs any other job related duties within their scope of practice as requested.6.

Follows associated North Oaks Health System and North Oaks Physician Group compliance programs and federal and state regulatory guidelines.7. Maintains certification.