Medical Sonographer, OB/GYN

We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today This job performs various diagnostic ultrasound examinations under the direction of a radiologist in the outpatient and inpatient environment. Compiles history and diagnostic information from the Ultrasound examination and presents the Radiologist with preliminary sonographic findings. Shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm or 8:00am - 4:30pm Education Required - High School diploma or equivalent Work Experience Required - None. Certifications Required - Certification by The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in the areas of Abdominal and OB-Gyn ultrasound or Cardiac Sonography Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) Certification within two years of hire Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) * Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. * Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard. * Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process * Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information * Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard * Knowledge of the anatomy of the liver, gallbladder, aorta, spleen, kidneys, bile ducts, and pancreas to perform abdominal ultrasound and the pathology of these organs to provide radiologists with a preliminary diagnosis Job Duties - Utilizes consistent techniques to accurately gather relevant information from the patient, medical record, significant others and health care providers. - Selects appropriate equipment and set-up based on procedure protocol, specifications and standards. - Selects, prepares and sets up ultrasound equipment and supplies including transducers. - Performs timely and appropriate inspections to ensure equipment is properly calibrated in accordance with manufacturer and/or department protocol and guidelines. - Corrects persistent coding issues with referring providers and departments. - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Physical and Environmental Demands The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions . Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.