Sonographer

Job Description

The role involves providing mobile ultrasound services across various locations, including nursing homes and home care facilities. The primary responsibility is to perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and obtain high-quality images for interpretation by a Radiologist.

Responsibilities

• Login for case dispatching or contact the dispatch department for case information.
• Arrive at the first assigned case location at the start of the shift.
• Unload portable sonographic equipment and perform ultrasound exams as ordered by physicians.
• Ensure clinically diagnostic and technically competent images are obtained.
• Process and digitally send ultrasound results to Radiologists for interpretation.
• Check client voicemails and available cases regularly throughout the shift.
• Maintain professional attire and wear the company uniform and name tag.
• Carry a company-provided phone at all times and respond to urgent communications promptly.
• Verify the accuracy of orders against the patient’s chart before conducting exams.
• Confirm patient identity using two identifiers, such as name and date of birth.
• Coordinate with facility staff for required patient transfers and positioning.
• Maintain medical examinations and screenings as mandated, with documentation submitted to Human Resources.
• Complete daily paperwork and billing as per established protocols.
• Foster effective communication with call centers, dispatch, colleagues, supervisory staff, and clients.
• Maintain sonographic equipment and vehicle, reporting any malfunctions immediately.
• Exhibit high standards of medical ethics and professionalism at all times.
• Train new technologists as needed.
• Successfully pass drug screenings and background checks.
• Possess good organizational skills and demonstrate smartphone and basic computer proficiency.

Qualifications

• Registered with ARDMS or CCI for vascular ultrasound.
• Completion of an accredited diagnostic ultrasound technology program.
• Active certification and adherence to health and operational requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to produce it on request.
• Vaccination against COVID-19, with options for exemption as required.

Benefits

• Medical/Rx coverage
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Same-day pay advances available, as discussed during the interview

Physical Demands

The position requires the ability to lift equipment bags weighing 18 to 20 pounds and to maneuver a wheeled cart for distances of up to 250 feet, necessitating various force levels for initiating and sustaining movement.

This job description includes key responsibilities and qualifications for the Sonographer role but may not encompass all tasks performed by the employee. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.