Dedicated Perinatal Sonographer I

• Performs Ultrasound Examinations according to AIUM protocols.

• Documents patient assessment and history.

• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.

• Operates computer and ultrasound equipment for image production and documentation.

• Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.

• Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal images.

• Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history and communicates findings to the appropriate clinician.

• Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to unique needs of the department and respond appropriately.

• Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings Follows department procedures/processes/policies.

• Practices safety measures in radiography by adhering to all governing regulations.

• Follows universal precautions, infection control guidelines and sterile technique.

• Complies with all governing regulations.

• Stocks and cleans exam rooms/work areas.

• Able to work unsupervised and perform exams independently.

• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of the patients while they are in sonographers care.

• Gathers appropriate laboratory results and completes laboratory requests.

• Reviews patients medical records to obtained record identifying information required for perinatology, instructs patient in preparing for examination and explains procedures to be performed.

• Weekend coverage at affiliated hospitals (portables)

• Obtain vitals, schedule follow-up appointments.

• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

• Prepares preliminary reports.

• Applies the professions code of ethics in all aspects of practice.

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• Graduate of AMA approved Ultrasonography Program.

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

• Basic Life Support required at hire from American Heart Association

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate - Ob-Gyn from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

• Nuchal Translucency Certification Certificate within 24 months of hire

• Basic PC (keyboarding & navigation) skills.

• Minimum one (1) year experience in Ultrasonography a minimum (will only accept new graduates from KPGA affiliated ultrasound program educational institutions).

• Minimum two (2) years experience in Ultrasonography.

• Customer service aptitude demonstrated through Customer Service Assessment preferred.

• Travel to contracted hospital to perform in-patient scans.

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