Sonographer (Breast Only)- TBC
MANA
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Descripción de la vacante
Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas (MANA) is seeking a Breast Sonographer to perform Screening ABUS and Diagnostic Breast Ultrasounds, including complex procedures, within The Breast Center of Northwest Arkansas. You will work under supervision of senior staff, maintain QA, and ensure patient comfort while following established protocols.
The role requires ARDMS or ARRT certification and CPR, with preferred ARDMS Breast Registry and Arkansas Radiological License.
Formación
- Certification by ARDMS or ARRT.
- CPR certification required.
- Preferred: ARDMS Breast Registry, ARRT Radiology & Mammography, Arkansas Radiological License.
Responsabilidades
- Perform Screening ABUS and Diagnostic Breast Ultrasounds.
- Perform complex and specialized breast procedures.
- Follow procedure protocol defined by Radiologists.
- Operate ultrasound equipment and handle equipment with care.
- Maintain QA guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor supplies and equipment inventories in Ultrasound suites.
- Communicate with Lead Sonographer and Radiologists regarding questions or concerns.
- Prepare the ultrasound suite and review patient history.
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Descripción del empleo
The Sonographer is responsible for performing Screening (ABUS) and Diagnostic Ultrasound procedures including complex and specialized procedures such as breast biopsy procedures and breast cyst aspirations at The Breast Center of Northwest Arkansas.
Breast Sonographer is responsible for following established policies, procedures, and protocols to perform under the general supervision of the Lead Ultra sonographer, Chief Technologist, and Radiologist. In addition, the sonographer must be able to use a wide variety of equipment and computer programs to meet the requirements of the position. Expectation to have an understanding of equipment maintenance and repairs, quality assurance, quality control, and accreditation requirements.
Breast Sonographer independently perform breast ultrasound procedures on varying age groups and perform patient assessment within their scope of practice.
Responsibilities:
- Perform Screening (ABUS) and Diagnostic Breast Ultrasounds
- Performs complex and specialized breast procedures
- Follows procedure protocol as defined by the TBC Radiologists
- Proficient in the technical operation of all Ultrasound equipment; uses proper care in handling equipment
- Adheres to established section and organizational protocols, QA guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor supplies and equipment inventories in the Ultrasound suites
- Implement techniques to minimize the occurrence of artifacts and repeat studies
- Knowledge of Sonography QA and Infection Control expectations
- Prioritizes the correction of errors in PACS to ensure the radiologist may complete interpretations in a timely manner
- Understand and communicate patient education material to the patient
- Communicate with Lead Sonographer, Chief Tech, Director and Radiologists regarding questions or concerns
Sonography Procedures
- Set-up and prepare the ultrasound suite for Sonography procedure
- Obtain patient history, review images and MagView (EMR) information for accuracy
- Attends to patient needs for comfort; shows compassion toward patient
- Assist patients in dressing and navigation through clinic
- Keep the work area neat and clean
- Charges procedures correctly and in compliance with all guidelines
- Perform any other related duties as required or assigned
Responsibilities Supporting Patient Care
- Performs patient assessment within the Sonographer scope of practice
- Bill procedures and associated supplies
- Uses a variety of imaging equipment and understands the capabilities and limitations of each piece of equipment
- Uses the image archiving system and maintains expertise in data and image transfer
- Notifies Chief Technologist & Director when equipment malfunctions, notification to the appropriate vendor
- Cleans, disinfects, and inspects equipment
- Check the status of the sonography equipment to ensure device is in proper operating condition
- Understand and communicate patient education material to the patient
- Participates in an ongoing continuing education program to satisfy ARDMS requirements
Qualifications:
- Certification by appropriate body (ARDMS or ARRT)
- CPR
Preferred:
- ARDMS Breast Registry
- ARRT (R)(M) Radiology and Mammography
- Arkansas Radiological License
Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas (MANA) is an independent physician group that includes family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health and an array of specialists and advanced health services. MANA clinics are independent, physician-owned practices. As a physician-owned practice, our physicians can focus on compassionate, quality, patient care, and retain the quality, personal clinic environment. Physicians make decisions that shape excellent patient care in our practices. By working together, MANA physicians can responsibly manage the costs associated with health care, improve our practice efficiencies, and enhance overall care for patients. Our mission is to improve the quality of life by providing compassionate, comprehensive, quality healthcare.
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- HSA or FSA options with medical insurance
- Voluntary Aflac Accident and Critical Illness
- -Employer paidlife, long-term & short-term disability benefits
- 401(K) match and profit sharing
- Up to 21.5 paid days off (PDO, EID and Perfect Attendance benefits) & 6 days paid holidays; during your first year of employment
- Corporate Discounts:MANA has partnerships with various local and nationwide retailers to provide discounts to you; Dell, ATT, Verizon, UARK Federal Credit Union, and many more!
- One-On-One Training and Development:At time of hire with MANA, you will go through detailed training to ensure you are equipped with what you need for success in our clinics
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- HSA or FSA options with medical insurance
- Voluntary Aflac Accident and Critical Illness
- -Employer paidlife, long-term & short-term disability benefits
- 401(K) match and profit sharing
- Up to 21.5 paid days off (PDO, EID and Perfect Attendance benefits) & 6 days paid holidays; during your first year of employment
- Corporate Discounts:MANA has partnerships with various local and nationwide retailers to provide discounts to you; Dell, ATT, Verizon, UARK Federal Credit Union, and many more!
- One-On-One Training and Development:At time of hire with MANA, you will go through detailed training to ensure you are equipped with what you need for success in our clinics
Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas (MANA) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform Screening (ABUS) and Diagnostic Breast Ultrasounds
- Performs complex and specialized breast procedures
- Follows procedure protocol as defined by the TBC Radiologists
- Proficient in the technical operation of all Ultrasound equipment; uses proper care in handling equipment
- Adheres to established section and organizational protocols, QA guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor supplies and equipment inventories in the Ultrasound suites
- Implement techniques to minimize the occurrence of artifacts and repeat studies
- Knowledge of Sonography QA and Infection Control expectations
- Prioritizes the correction of errors in PACS to ensure the radiologist may complete interpretations in a timely manner
- Understand and communicate patient education material to the patient
- Communicate with Lead Sonographer, Chief Tech, Director and Radiologists regarding questions or concerns
Sonography Procedures
- Set-up and prepare the ultrasound suite for Sonography procedure
- Obtain patient history, review images and MagView (EMR) information for accuracy
- Attends to patient needs for comfort; shows compassion toward patient
- Assist patients in dressing and navigation through clinic
- Keep the work area neat and clean
- Charges procedures correctly and in compliance with all guidelines
- Perform any other related duties as required or assigned
Responsibilities Supporting Patient Care
- Performs patient assessment within the Sonographer scope of practice
- Bill procedures and associated suppliesUses a variety of imaging equipment and understands the capabilities and limitations of each piece of equipment
- Uses the image archiving system and maintains expertise in data and image transfer
- Notifies Chief Technologist & Director when equipment malfunctions, notification to the appropriate vendor
- Cleans, disinfects, and inspects equipment
- Check the status of the sonography equipment to ensure device is in proper operating condition
- Understand and communicate patient education material to the patient
- Participates in an ongoing continuing education program to satisfy ARDMS requirements
- Certification by appropriate body (ARDMS or ARRT)
- CPR
Preferred:
- ARDMS Breast Registry
- ARRT (R)(M) Radiology and Mammography
- Arkansas Radiological License
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