Sonographer Job at University of Rochester (Rochester)

Job Description

Under the direction of a qualified physician, performs a variety of technical procedures in the application of non-ionizing high frequency ultrasound waves to humans for diagnostic purposes. Performs all technical procedures required for the ultrasonic assessment of OB/GYN patients.

Job Responsibility

Performs routine and specialized ultrasound studies related to Obstetrics and Gynecology
Prepares patients for examinations and explains procedures prior to performing studies
Obtains complete patient history and documents in patient’s computer file
Recognizes significance of all structures that are visualized at all times
Differentiates artifacts from normal or pathological processes and recognizes equipment limitations
Recognizes a diagnostic versus incomplete scan and interprets any pathology that may be present
Discusses findings with PNC physician
Properly make permanent recordings of studies for patient’s files using digital imaging, video tapes and thermal printers
Responsible for promptly notifying the attending physician and accurately reporting findings in cases of pathology, abnormality or clinical significance
Takes night and weekend call for one week intervals as scheduled, including assigned holidays
Assists in the sterile technique procedures such as amniocentesis, cyst aspirations, PUBS, and Chorionic Villi sampling
Responsible for proper labeling, handling and delivery of samples taken during these procedures
Contributes to keeping the laboratory orderly and clean to ensure a safe work environment
Assists in the instruction of the student interns, outside preceptors, residents and fellows rotating through the department
May be asked to provide in-services related to ultrasound to medical students
Performs duties associated with individually assigned tasks in accordance with the policies documented for each task
Responsible for obtaining pertinent diagnostic laboratory test results for referring and PNC physicians, which may be necessary for correlation with the ultrasound study
Monitors and reports quality, operating condition and failures to laboratory supervisor after thoroughly assessing and attempting to remedy situation
Obtains follow-up on cases and updates teaching files with scans and/or video tapes
Assists in ancillary lab duties such as scheduling patients, answering phones, printing reports and mail distribution when necessary
Reads journals to keep abreast of new developments in diagnostic ultrasound
Attends conventions and symposiums and shares new information to staff
Obtains necessary continuing education credits to keep ARDMS registration current and valid
May participate in the research and drafting of original articles
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Associate's degree in laboratory sciences and technical training closely related to this position required
Bachelor's degree in laboratory sciences and technical training closely related to this position preferred
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Initiative and independent judgement required
High standards of medical ethics with obvious empathy and respect towards patients required
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, physicians and general public required
Sound knowledge of the terminology and common practices of modern ultrasound required
Exercises a high degree of technical competence, accuracy and judgement required
Maintains a thorough knowledge of equipment used with the laboratory required
(OBGYN) ARDMS or ARRT - Obstetrics and Gynecology ARDMS registered or registry eligible in OB/GYN upon hire required

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