Cardiac Sonographer

Columbus Cardiology Associates, P.C.; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare practice is seeking a Practice Coordinator to perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures. Responsibilities include verifying patient information, obtaining medical histories, and maintaining procedural records. Qualified candidates should be graduates from an approved Diagnostic Ultrasound school with relevant certifications and communication skills. Join a supportive team in a pleasant environment with moderate physical effort and the opportunity to enhance your skills.

Qualifications

• Registered Ultrasound Technologist preferred.
• Certification as an Ultrasound Technologist. CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical procedures using ultrasound waves.
• Verify patient's identification and physician's orders.
• Obtain and document patient's medical history.
• Correlate clinical history with the test.
• Transmit permanent recordings of scans.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to relate to public and health care professionals

Education

Graduate from an approved school for Diagnostic Ultrasound

Job description

Overview

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Practice Coordinator at Columbus Cardiology Associates, P.C.

Job Summary: Performs technical procedures using ultrasound waves that require independent judgement based on knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and the normal and abnormal variation. Verifies patient’s identification and physician’s orders; prepares patients for exams and explains procedures while performing studies. Obtains and documents patient’s medical history. Obtains pertinent diagnostic examinations for physicians in relation to the ultrasound. Correlates the clinical history with the test to be performed. Consults with referring physicians regarding patient’s previous history and decision of appropriate ultrasonic procedures required. Transmits the permanent recordings of the scans for protection and filing. Maintains a daily log and procedural manual. Performs a high-quality study in accordance with ICAUL and ICAEL guidelines. All other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical procedures using ultrasound waves that require independent judgement based on knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and the normal and abnormal variation.
• Verifies patient’s identification and physician’s orders; prepares patients for exams and explains procedures while performing studies.
• Obtains and documents patient’s medical history.
• Obtains pertinent diagnostic examinations for physicians in relation to the ultrasound.
• Correlates the clinical history with the test to be performed.
• Consults with referring physicians regarding patient’s previous history and decision of appropriate ultrasonic procedures required.
• Transmits the permanent recordings of the scans for protection and filing.
• Maintains a daily log and procedural manual.
• Performs a high-quality study in accordance with ICAUL and ICAEL guidelines.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an approved school for Diagnostic Ultrasound.
• Experience: Registered Ultrasound Technologist Preferred.
• Liciensure/Certification: Certification as an Ultrasound Technologist. CPR Certification.
• Skills: Above average communication skills and ability to relate effectively to the public and health care professionals.
• Working Conditions: Pleasant inside environment. Moderate physical effort. Moderate mental concentration and stress. Subject to exposure to infectious conditions and minor hazards such as muscle sprains, cuts and bruises.

Job Function & Employment Type

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care and Medical Practices

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