Diagnostic sonographer

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Job Summary:

Performs diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (Percent of Time)

Essential Functions:

The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria:

Position Accountabilities

Performs ultrasound procedures and examinations according to established department guidelines. 60-75%

Criteria

• A) Performs ultrasound procedures and examinations according to established department guidelines.
• B) Clearly communicates & explains the exam procedure to the patient and any family member present to insure understanding and patient’s consent for explained test.
• C) Assesses patient’s medical, cardiac or vascular status by taking a history before the exam.
• D) Assembles a chart with the patient’s information and enters information into the current PACS System or Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• E) Records all imaging studies (digital archive) for the Medical Director or his/her designee to review and interpret.

2) Completes patient billing to insure accurate and timely billing procedures. 5%

Criteria

• Enters charges daily for procedures performed with no more than 1 error per week. Prints reports from PAC, Epic and On Demand. Checks each charge to ensure the right account number is used and the correct procedures are charged.

3) Supports all functions, goals and objectives of the department as well as development of any new programs. 5%

Criteria

• A) Participate in development of new diagnostic testing procedures to be performed in the department. Participates in the evaluation of new equipment for potential purchase.
• B) Educates residents and other medical or technical staff in the technical aspects, indications and limitations.
• C) Enhances professional growth and development through annual participation in educational programs, in-services, workshops, reading current publications, on line CME through various professional organizations & manufacturers and viewing videotaped education programs. Complete required CEUs to maintain specialty certification.
• D) Participates in research studies that require services of the department.

4) Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. 3-5%

Criteria

• A) Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines. Disinfects and cleans equipment according to manufacturers’ guidelines and standards outlined by Infection Control and department policy, including high level disinfection (HLD).
• B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards.
• C) Reports risk management concerns.
• D) Assumes responsibility for completing all assigned annual hospital and department specific mandatory requirements.

5) Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous and respectful manner. 2-5%

Criteria

• A) Demonstrates Care and Courtesy to all patients, family members, hospital and medical staff.
• B) Communicates Effectively and Maintains Confidentiality as outlined in the hospital policy.
• C) Demonstrates Competence and Collaboration as outlined in the hospital policy.

6) Performance Improvement (PI): Incorporates Quality Assessment into one’s daily work. 2%-3%

Criteria

• A) Assists in the daily collection of data for the department’s Performance Improvement Program.

7) Age Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to: 1%

Criteria

• A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department.

8) Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury. <1%

Criteria

• A) Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application.

9) Assists in the day-to-day operation of the assigned department. 1-3%

Criteria

• A) Utilizes work order entry system to report functions which need to be performed by housekeeping, maintenance and clinical engineering.

DISCLAIMER: Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Job Specifications

Minimum Education:

Graduate of an approved AS program in Medical Sonography or scheduled to graduate from approved BS program with RDMS(AS) certification

Minimum Experience:

2-5 years’ experience in abdominal, musculoskeletal, breast and obstetrics and gynecology preferred

Required Course: (licensure/certification)

BLS upon hire, RDMS(AB) within 12 months of hire

Skills: (administrative/business)

Compile statistics, Compile paperwork to send to Medical Records for scanning into EMR, Computer skills, Billing studies upon end exam, Answer phones using proper phone etiquette

Working Conditions:

May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.

Protective Equipment:

Eye shield/goggles, Gown, Lab Coat, Mask, Non-sterile medical gloves, Sterile medical gloves

Physical Requirements:

Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients (can exceed 350 lbs on occasions)

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin