The Sonographer performs ultrasound procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention. Processes images on appropriate archival systems. Participates in performance improvement activities in the department. Maintains appropriate quality control records and participates in routine equipment testing and maintenance. Requires active ARDMS status and previous ultrasound experience.
This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations and variable shifts per department needs. The position works 8 hour shifts.
Perform diagnostic sonograms to demonstrate anatomy and pathology for interpretation:
Obtain appropriate patient clinical information from requesting physician and/or service prior to performing exam.
Prepare patient for imaging.
Prepare room and equipment prior to imaging and after completion of exam.
Demonstrate appropriate self-critique of exams to include ability to recognize sub-optimal techniques and equipment malfunctions.
Meet physical requirements to perform all aspects of diagnostic sonography studies in the inpatient as well as outpatient settings, including but not limited to: performing portable exams, transferring and transporting gurney and wheelchair
Maintain RDMS credential(s) according to the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography's criteria.
Maintain competency in all position-related required skills, based on objective annual evaluation by the Section Chief and Section Supervisor.
Demonstrate competency in the Radiology Information System (Radiant), including scheduling and completing exams with appropriate exam codes and billing codes.
Store and process image data on the Visage/ PACS archival system; have basic understanding and use of the Radiology PACS to interface with Visage/PACs; manage Visage/PACs and imaging system malfunctions by contacting and working with help desk personnel or service engineers until the problems are satisfactorily rectified.
Participate in departmental Annual Performance Improvement activities and goals.
Maintain appropriate equipment service records and quality assurance records as required by the department; communicate equipment problems and failures to appropriate supervisors and responsible engineers.
Demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision Recognize and perform duties that need to be performed, although not directly assigned by the supervisor, patients, and assisting with invasive procedures.
Utilize proper body mechanics to ensure patient safety upon moving and/or transferring patients, and moving equipment.
Follow established department and hospital guidelines for attendance and tardiness.
Adhere to all hospital and department policies and procedures. Remain current in regard to patient safety to include electrical, mechanical, fire, safety and disaster procedures.
Provide excellent customer service to patients, co-workers, physicians and other departments.
Assure that work environment is clean and in compliance with infection control and environmental health and safety standards.
Be a role model by maintaining a professional, neat appearance and adhering to the department dress code policy. Display hospital identification badge.
Be current with all annual required online training, UCSF Medical Center Policies, and the TUGs Operations Manual.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
The salary range for this position is $77.74 - $96.64 (Hourly Rate).
The Radiology Department is a specialty medical service that offers a wide range of imaging techniques to diagnose and treat a broad range of medical conditions.
At UCSF Medical Center, we offer the full spectrum of techniques, using the most advanced equipment. Combined with Bone Densitometry, CT, Interventional, Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET, Ultrasound, and X-ray. We perform more than 500,000 procedures annually. In fact, a number of radiology advancements and applications were developed here.
Required Qualifications
Requires (2-5) years UCSF experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, and or equivalent experience in a similar Ultrasound department at UCSF. OR New hires who meet criteria of equivalent experience and credentials held must also have equivalent Senior Sonographer skills; the Senior Diagnostic Medical Sonographer title may be granted at the discretion of the Section Chief and Section Supervisor.
Graduate of a formal accredited ultrasound training program in an approved school
Requires ARDMS credentials in Abdomen and OB/Gyn specialties
BLS - Basic Life Support.
Must have flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate shifts and coverage for weekends and holidays.
This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations and variable shifts per department needs.
Maintain ARDMS credential(s) according to the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography's criteria
Preferred Qualifications
Recent work experience in an acute care setting.
License/Certification
RDMS in Abdominal and OB/GYN Sonography
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