Sonographer

Legacy Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Sonographer to join their team in Portland. This role is pivotal in providing quality imaging services, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining high standards of documentation. As a Sonographer, you will utilize your expertise to perform various ultrasound studies, contributing to the health and well-being of the community. With a commitment to professional development and patient care, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity in a supportive environment that values your contributions and growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited ultrasound school or equivalent experience required.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Abdomen and OB/GYN required.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality images using optimal skills and knowledge of equipment.
• Gathers complete documentation for accurate and timely service.

Skills

Keyboard skills

Navigating electronic systems

Education

Graduate of accredited ultrasound school

Tools

Ultrasound imaging equipment

Job description

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Ultrasounds and biopsies can be scary procedures for some patients. Your skill and compassion as a sonographer will help to put patients at ease. Your sound judgment will be used to determine imaging technique and patient treatment. Through your expertise, you will help to fulfill Legacy’s mission of making life better for others.

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in North Portland plays a vital role as a local and regional leader in serious clinical illness or injury. With around-the-clock expertise for critical health issues, including experts in trauma, heart care, burns, significant wounds, stroke, brain surgery and more, Legacy Emanuel is central to the health of our community and critical to the care of the Northwest.

Responsibilities

IMAGING : Provides quality images with accuracy and efficiency, using optimal skills and knowledge of all equipment.

• Performs and maintains competency in Abdominal, OB/GYN, Small Parts, Biopsy, Carotid, Peripheral Venous, and Peripheral Arterial ultrasound studies in accordance with department standards and guidelines as detailed in the Ultrasound Procedure Manual.
• Recognizes the significance of structures visualized, differentiates artifacts and records scan for permanent record.
• Operates all ultrasound imaging equipment to ensure accurate and quality images.
• Develops and presents films and related patient information to physician for diagnosis.
• Assists with patient transport by moving patients using standard procedures.
  
  

DOCUMENTATION : Gathers complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to customers.

• Identifies patient by checking patient's I.D., full name and medical record number according to department procedure.
• Review patient charts and orders to ensure correct examination.
• Labels images completely with demographic, position, and other needed documentation.
• Logs activities, gathers charging information, and charges exams as required.
• Follows department and hospital procedures and policies.
• Performs quality control and quality assurance, records results, and reports variance from normal equipment function.
  
  

PERSONAL & PATIENT CARE AND SAFETY : Provides for personal and patient care and safety using professional judgment in accordance with written standards so there is no injury to self or others.

• Practices universal and blood and body fluid precautions, and sterile practices according to procedures.
• Communicates and uses knowledge of related anatomy and physiology to ensure appropriate and effective care to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Maintains awareness of patient status and takes appropriate actions to meet their needs.
  
  

PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIOR : Practices professional communications, appearance, conduct, punctuality, attendance, and attitude that lead to physician, patient and co-worker respect and confidence.

• Informs and educates patient and/or family of all needed information concerning the exam performed.
• Uses professional judgment and presents a professional image of competency to customer and staff.
• Maintains professional appearance, punctuality, flexibility, confidentiality, and guest relations.
• Handles stressful situations in ways that promote positive outcomes.
• Takes personal initiative to maintain current in education (journals, books, in-services, seminars, etc.) and certification.
• Participates in presenting professional information to colleagues.
  
  

Education

Qualifications

Graduate of accredited (by AMA or ARDMS) school of ultrasound or equivalent experience is required

Skills

Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

Legacy’s Values In Action

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.

Equal opportunity employer/vet/disabled.

Licensure

Licensure/Certification

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in Abdomen and OB/GYN (ARDMS AB OB) required.
• The Sonographer may start with either AB or OB certification, and has one year to obtain the other. If proof of registration is not received within one year of assuming the Sonographer job, the position will be vacated by the incumbent.
• Current state license in Sonography is required for all employees who perform this job in the state of Oregon.
• ARDMS Breast certification preferred.
• BLS/CPR Certification: American Heart Association, Health Care provider level BLS and AED Certification required.
  

Pay Range

USD $47.74 - USD $68.28 /Hr.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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