Diagnostic Sonographer I

4 weeks ago

Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, United States Advocate Aurora Health Full time
Job Summary

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a skilled Diagnostic Sonographer I to join our team. As a Diagnostic Sonographer I, you will be responsible for operating ultrasound equipment to perform general, vascular, and cardiac procedures/studies. You will accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings, review patient medical records, and position patients for accurate ultrasound procedures. You will also use cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information, and images.

Responsibilities

• Competently operate ultrasound equipment to perform general, vascular, and cardiac procedures/studies.
• Accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
• Review patient medical records to obtain necessary clinical information, including patient history, lab results, and physician orders.
• Position patients and select proper transducers and technical factors for accurate ultrasound procedures.
• Adjust factors to attain the appropriate images and ensure safety, mental, and physical comfort of patients.
• Use cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information, and images.
• Accurately identify and label images, including patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images.
• Maintain records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enter patient and study information into the radiology information system.
• Document billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
• Identify equipment performance issues, communicate to appropriate staff, and evaluate new products and equipment for possible future use.
• Analyze sonograms, synthesize sonographic information and medical history, and communicate findings to the appropriate physician.

Requirements

• Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with Abdomen issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Med Sonography (ARDMS) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registration with OB/GYN issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Med Sonography (ARDMS) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Vascular Technologist (RVT) registration issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, or
• Vascular Sonography (VS) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, or
• Vascular Specialist (RVS) registration issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) needs to be obtained within 3 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
• Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS-AE) registration with Adult Echo issued by the ARDMS needs to be obtained within 18 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, or
• Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) registration issued by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) needs to be obtained within 18 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.

Education and Experience

• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Sonography.
• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Competency in all general and/or vascular sonographic procedures routinely performed in the hiring department.
• Ability to use independent judgment to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients and caregivers using excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of and adherence to department, facility, and organization policies and protocols.
• Ability to prioritize, work independently, and manage simultaneous assignments.
• Ability to be flexible in schedule and adaptable to constant change.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, and twist throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, and carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Must have clear speech, vision, and hearing.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.

About Advocate Aurora Health

Advocate Aurora Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience, and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

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