Sonographer II PRN

Brookwood Baptist Health; Homewood (AL); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Baptist Health in Homewood, AL is seeking a skilled sonographer to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams in collaboration with radiologists. The role requires one year of experience, RDMS certification with ARDMS registries, and active BLS certification.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, image acquisition, safety protocols, and documentation in radiology systems. Supervision of students and adherence to quality standards are essential.

Formación

• One year of experience in sonography.
• RDMS certification and ARDMS registrations.
• BLS/Healthcare Provider certification required.

Responsabilidades

• Perform diagnostic sonographic exams in collaboration with Radiologist.
• Maintain safety and patient care standards during procedures.
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient history and imaging results.
• Supervise student sonographers and assist in training new staff.
• Utilize radiology systems and adhere to quality control standards.

Conocimientos

Ultrasound

RDMS Certification

BLS Certification

ARDMS Registries

Educación

RDMS Certification

Descripción del empleo

Position Summary

At Baptist Health, our mission is to improve the health and quality of life for the individuals and communities we serve. Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

Brief Overview:

One (1) year of experience in sonography. Knowledge of routine and complex ultrasound procedures which may include invasive procedures such as biopsies, amniocentesis, thoracentesis, breast cyst aspiration, breast localization, and knowledge of Doppler, 3D/4D, and pediatric sonography. Routinely demonstrates competency in performing ultrasound examinations pertinent to department. Must be able to work Mondays.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Works closely with Radiologist to perform diagnostic sonographic exams.
• Exercises professional judgment in performance ofservices and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
• Adheresto Baptist Health mission statements and commitment to excellence standards.
• Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.
• Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desiredresults.
• Performs proper patientidentification,acquires patient’s clinical history, and assuresthatthe information is accurately documented.
• Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulatestechnical factorsto achieve high quality imagesfor interpretation.
• Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
• Comprehends and complies with Quality Controlstandards and participates in all Quality Control tasks.
• Administers medical aid as required for any emergency situation.
• Applies appropriate standard precautions and personalprotective equipmentto prevent cross-contaminationof contagious diseases.
• Assists in supervision ofstudent sonographers and training of new sonographers.
• Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Ensures safety of all customers.
• Maintainsreasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies,the ADA, FMLA and otherfederal,state and localstandards.
• Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies andprocedures.

Other Related Functions

• Follows established standards of practice for image processing and interpretation.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Maintains well stocked and organized work areas.
• May be required to work at any facility
• Provides patient transport.

Qualifications

• RegisteredDiagnosticMedicalSonographer(RDMS)registeredthroughtheAmericanRegistryofDiagnosticMedical Sonographers (ARDMS).
• Maintainscurrent BLS/HealthCare Providercertificate.
• Maintains RDMS physics registry and a minimum of two ARDMS registries pertinent to department.
• Must be registered through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within twelve (12) months of hire