| JOB SUMMARY |
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| The Sonographer performs a variety of ultrasound procedures in an outpatient setting while maintaining a high |
| level of customer service and quality patient care. The administration of the Sonographer includes performing routine |
| breast ultrasound procedures following the protocols established by the radiologist and demonstrating compassion |
| to ensure overall patient satisfaction. |
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| JOB RESPONSIBILITIES |
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| 1. Performs routine breast ultrasound procedures following the protocols established by the radiologist. Patients |
| are positioned and scanned correctly assuring that the physician prescription and scan are the same. |
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| 2. Properly inputs all required patient information into the system including protocol, patient history in full |
| sentences, performing providers, and any additional information to the radiologist regarding the procedure. |
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| 3. Obtains complete and detailed history to assist the radiologist with diagnosis from each patient. Performs exams |
| in an accurate and timely manner. |
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| 4. Properly identifies patients and demonstrates compassion while maintaining patient confidentiality. Explains |
| the exam to each patient to ensure patient safety and cooperation. |
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| 5. Assists the radiologist during breast biopsies while following OSHA and universal precautions. Reviews consent |
| forms with patients and answers any questions regarding the procedure, and ensures that the radiologist and patient |
| sign the consent forms. Properly labels the specimen containers and fills out any necessary paperwork accurately. |
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| 6. Maintains exam rooms by stocking exam rooms with necessary supplies. Maintains equipment and reports any |
| equipment malfunctions to the supervisor or appropriate service provider. |
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| 7. Properly windows and levels images for film printing and burns CDs as necessary. |
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| 8. Promotes teamwork by assisting other staff as needed. Performs other duties as required. |
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| 9. Customer Service. |
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| WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS |
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| 2 or more years in the Sonography field is preferred. |
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| High School Diploma or GED. |
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| Completion of a course in Ultrasound; Current RDMS and Breast certifications are required. |
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| SKILLS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS |
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| Skills in properly positioning patients and obtaining diagnostic images, identifying equipment problems, |
| establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and public. |
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| This job requires prolonged sitting or standing, frequent bending, stooping, or stretching; Normal vision range |
| with the absence of color blindness, normal hearing, and normal eye to hand coordination and manual dexterity; |
| the ability to distinguish letters and symbols. This position may require lifting up to 50 pounds. |
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