Advanced Sonographer

5 days ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States MEDSTAR HEALTH Full time

General Summary of Position

7P - 7A, Saturday and Sunday; 24 hours/week

MedStar Health is looking for an Advanced Sonographer to join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center

As an Advanced Sonographer, you will assist the Ultrasound Supervisor in overseeing and directing daily workflow of subordinate personnel, engage in operating Ultrasound equipment to obtain Ultrasound images of designated body areas according to physicians' specifications. Presently holds Career Ladder position of Clinical Sonographer I or equivalent. May be preceptor for new staff. Expertise and clinical knowledge ranges from uncomplicated to complex. Coordinates and conducts educational unit-based programs.

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Primary Duties:

  • Functions as senior resource/team leader and coordinates ongoing workflow activities of Clinical Technologist and staff. Reviews and makes recommendations for revision of policies, procedures, and regulations. Distributes and/or implements changes and revisions, as necessary. Focuses on leadership and professional growth in the work environment. Assists in the distribution of Radiology specific educational materials.
  • Reviews Ultrasounds taken by Clinical Technologist and students to ensure acceptable diagnostic quality and provides technical advice on improving image quality. Maintain quality control of images taken by Technologist and students, including the verification of patient data and orders. Performs complex Ultrasound procedures in addition to regular duties of Clinical Technologist. Processes images and ensures availability for viewing and interpretation on PAC. Performs daily QA for RIS (Cerner and PACS) errors, i.e., incorrect examination/data entry, patient information or missing RIS.
  • Serves as educational resource/mentor to guide and/or coordinate new hires/student instruction. Participates in quality assurance activities and provides liaison support between physicians, technical staff, and department management. Collects technical factors to develop and maintain technique/best practices. Assumes clerical duties including the scheduling of patient examinations. Enters data into Radiology Information System (Cerner) for medical records, billing, statistics, and quality assurance purposes.
  • Contributes to research studies, product development, process improvement, and special projects. Present review of interesting cases at division staff meetings. Participates in departmental or divisional committees and task force. Participates in the implementation of unit assessments and audits, including quality assurance, equipment evaluation, and utilization of technology. Presents review of professional journal articles or seminar of current practice information at division staff meetings.
  • Demonstrates clear understanding of hospital policy and procedures in addition to mastery of skill sets needed for all routine procedures. Participates in on-going quality improvement and /or quality control. Participates in the formulation and implementation of unit goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, and as appropriate, takes responsibility for specific department project evaluation.

Qualifications:

  • Associate degree or 1-3 years formal training in an AMA approved ultrasound training program in addition to meeting criteria of Professional Practices, Clinical Practices, Leadership, and Quality Improvement as stated by Career Ladder Standard.
  • 3-4 years of job-related experience.
  • At least two relevant registrations.
  • Registered Vascular Technologist preferred.

Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark. Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization. Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more. More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.

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