Sonographer I

Inland Imaging Associates, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Inland Imaging seeks a Sonographer I to fill in for vacation and sick calls at Sacred Heart Medical Center. The role requires performing high quality ultrasound exams across abdomen, breast, limited OB/GYN, vascular, pediatrics, and musculoskeletal areas while supporting radiologists.

Eligible for differential pay including 10% Sacred Heart and 12% supplemental. Must have ARDMS and an accredited program, with on-call availability and EPIC experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from an accredited sonography program with ARDMS certification.
• One year of sonography experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality ultrasound exams per protocol.
• Assist radiologists with procedures and interventional cases.
• Document patient history and exam details accurately.
• Utilize Medicalis and PACS to locate prior reports and track jobs.
• Coordinate patient care across departments and schedule cases in EPIC.

Skills

Ultrasound knowledge

Patient care

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Accredited Sonography Program

ARDMS

Tools

EPIC

Medicalis

PACS

Qgenda

Philips Intellispace

Workday

Job description

Base Pay Range: $36.95 - $55.43 Job Description: The Sonographer I is a Supplemental position and will fill in for vacation and sick calls at Sacred Heart Medical Center.

This position is eligible for a 10% Sacred Heart and 12% supplemental differential.

Summary: To obtain the safest and highest quality diagnostic sonography exams for image documentation of anatomy and pathology and interpretation by a radiologist, per established Inland Imaging guidelines and protocols.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Performs high quality ultrasound exams that are consistently approved by radiologists and to the accepted protocol.
• Performs various sonography exams, including abdomen/small parts, breast, limited OBGYN, vascular, pediatric and musculoskeletal.
• Assists radiologists with interventional procedures.
• Accurately obtains and records patient medial history
• Demonstrates proficiency at utilizing Medicalis & PACS in locating prior reports/studies pertinent to exams being done.
• Utilizes Medicalis to track patient check-in/availability and accurately codes procedures.
• Calls patients and providers to clarify exams, indications, referrals, patient preparatory information and general questions.
• Arrives to all on-call assignments within 30-minutes of being contacted
• Assists in the transportation of patients as needed
• Coordinates patient care between departments to facilitate a smooth workflow
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Advanced Application/Site Specific Skillset – Sacred Heart Medical Center Trauma and Emergent Cases Performs critical tests (DVT, torsion, ectopic pregnancy, fetal viability, appendicitis, etc.) with findings, relayed to a radiologist and escalated, as required.
• Provides trauma services that involve abdominal active bleeds: assists with complex pint of care ultrasound exams
• Pediatric NICU & PICU Attends diverse training as needed, to maintain skills in pediatric ultrasound examinations
• Women Baby Center Provides urgent bedside evaluation for complex fetal cases, anatomical anomalies, fetal well-being assessments, viability, amniotic fluid evaluations, etc.
• Main OR Provides imaging guidance during surgical cases, aiding with confirmation of findings or surgical planning/approach: Assists with D&C gynecological exams Provides organ identification for surgeon
• Procedural Cases Set up sterile interventional trays Functions as an extension of the hospital team to provide a cohesive experience for the patient.
• Collaborates, communicates, and cohesively works among several departments to schedule multiple imaging requests.
• Schedules cases in EPIC to ensure continuity of care amongst all departments

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality within the Inland Imaging companies and Inland’s customers.
• Follows all Health and Safety policies and guidelines of Inland Imaging or its partners depending on work location.
• Follows all company policies including those regarding harassment, non-retaliation, discrimination, respectful workplace, and related policies.
• Follows all policies regarding HIPAA, non-disclosure of confidential information and company security.
• Honest, pleasant manner and good personal hygiene.
• Free of alcohol and drug abuse.
• Ability to access multiple worksites in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail oriented; ability to multi-task; organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates self-directed learning and meets professional continuing education requirements through professional journals, approved seminars, etc.
• Ability to consider individual physical and emotional needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages.
• Adheres to departmental standards and personnel policies by demonstrating professional demeanor in conduct and appearance.
• Follows company departmental standards and personnel policies by using good teamwork and communication skills to help identify concerns and solutions, assisting where needed to ensure a smooth functioning department.
• Performs other duties as required by displaying team spirit and self-growth, accepting and performing other projects and responsibilities, and requesting other projects and responsibilities.
• Quarterly quality assurance meeting attendance is required for this position.
• Attendance is a requirement for this position.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• There is little to no supervisory responsibility in this position

Advocacy

• Treats all patients and coworkers with dignity and respect
• Provides excellent customer service
• Conforms to Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations
• Complies with PHI (Protected Health Information)
• Demonstrates the Inland Imaging Core Values Show We Care, Do The Right Thing, Maximize Individual Potential, Challenge Convention

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required
• Accredited Sonography Program to pass the ARDMS
• Experience: One year of experience as a sonographer is preferred
• Anatomy and medical terminology preferred.
• Medical office experience preferred.
• Understanding of ultrasound examinations is required.
• Must be able to take call as needed
• EPIC experience preferred and training available for extensive knowledge of electronic health record

Registration

• Must have successfully passed ARDMS ultrasound registration examination
• Must pass ARDMS boards within 12 months of Technologist being trained, working independently and signed off with a current competency checklist

Certifications

• Current CPR/BLS required

Computer Skills

• Experience with the following computer applications is highly desired: Outlook; Microsoft Office Suite; Workday; Qgenda, Medicalis; Philips Intellispace; EPIC, Viewpoint; Internet/Intranet, Webex

Background Check

Must be able to pass a background check required by RCW 43.43.830-840 to work with children under the age of 16, developmentally disabled persons or vulnerable adults. In order to comply with provisions set forth in Sections 1128 and 1156 of the Social Security Act, all new employees of Inland Imaging Clinical Associates, LLC will be checked against the LIST OF EXCLUDED INDIVIDUALS provided by the Department of Health & Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (OIG). Employees must not be included on this list.

Drug Test

Eligible employees must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.

EEO / Diversity Statement

Nuvodia/Inland is an EEO employer... At Inland Imaging it's our mission and our commitment to live our core purpose and values every day and in every interaction with our patients, our providers - and with each other.

About Inland Imaging

The organization’s more than 120 subspecialty radiologists work with healthcare providers, hospitals, and clinics in Western, Central and Eastern Washington, Northern Idaho, and Western Montana to deliver fast, accurate diagnostic imaging and answers that help guide and support patient care. Inland also operates and manages outpatient imaging centers around the region, featuring state-of-the-art technology and experienced and well-trained clinical, clerical, and professional staff, dedicated to providing answers you can trust and care you can count on.