Position Summary: As an experienced sonographer, you will be working in a fast-paced patient-centric environment where you will be relied on for your expertise, professionalism, and collaboration. This position performs transvaginal and transabdominal ultrasounds for gynecological and obstetrical patients.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities: • Prepare ultrasound equipment and exam room ensuring proper sterilization and safety procedures are followed. • Use positioning tools and safety equipment properly to ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the imaging. • Review the patient's medical chart prior to their appointment and have a clear understanding of the images required. • Performs ultrasound examinations per scanning protocols, comparing patient history with examination and presents study to physicians. • Meet with providers to answer questions or attain detailed relating to ordered sonographic images and assist providers with in-office portable ultrasound exams. • Use ethical judgment and critical thinking skills to perform diagnostic imaging safely. • Review images before sending to the physician to ensure a clear image of the area requested. • Use ethical judgment and critical thinking skills to perform diagnostic imaging safely. • Maintains documentation as required including patient files, performs data entry and completes paperwork needed for procedures/processes. • Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards. • Assists with maintaining supplies and equipment. • Assists clerical staff with front desk support when needed. • Attend continuing education courses and work to advance personal knowledge and experience within the field.
Education: • High School Diploma or equivalent and Graduate of an accredited Sonographer Program are both required.
Licensure: • Must have received a Certificate of completion from an Allied Health Education (AMA) accredited radiography abdominal and OB/GYN ultrasound program which meets the certification requirements of the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
Experience: • 3 years of experience in radiology performing abdominal and transvaginal OB/GYN ultrasound radiological exams. • Preferably have experience in a maternal-fetal medicine office. • Proficiency with EMR for documentation and sonographic report presentation. • Demonstrated knowledge and adherence to HIPAA legislation and other patient privacy laws. • Experience working with sensitive and personal patient records and information. • Physical endurance and the ability to work primarily in a standing position. • Proficient in troubleshooting common software and hardware challenges in relation to the regular use of an ultrasound machine. • Accountability and attention to detail is essential when handling and documenting important medical information. • A friendly and professional demeanor is required when explaining procedures and processes to patients.
We are a privately owned OB/GYN office in West St. Louis County. As an experienced sonographer, you will be working in a fast-paced patient-centric environment where you will be relied on for your expertise, professionalism, and collaboration. As an experienced sonographer, you will be working in a fast-paced patient-centric environment where you will be relied on for your expertise, professionalism, and collaboration. This position performs transvaginal and transabdominal ultrasounds for gynecological and obstetrical patients.