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Job Description: Sonographer
Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Ultrasound Sonographer to join our medical team in a primary care and occupational health setting. The ideal candidate will perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations, ensuring high-quality imaging and patient comfort, while collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide exceptional patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Preparation:
- Explain the ultrasound procedure to patients and address any questions or concerns.
- Review medical history and position patients appropriately for imaging.
Ultrasound Examination:
- Operate ultrasound equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
- Conduct scans across various body regions, including abdomen, pelvis, thyroid, vascular, musculoskeletal, and echocardiographic studies as required.
Image Analysis and Documentation:
- Analyze and identify abnormalities in ultrasound images.
- Accurately document findings, measurements, and observations in patient medical records.
- Collaborate with physicians to provide critical imaging insights for diagnostic purposes.
- Adhere to safety protocols to protect patients and maintain a safe environment.
Communication and Collaboration:
- Work closely with physicians and other medical team members to ensure accurate diagnoses and patient-centered care.
- Provide a summary of findings and contribute to treatment planning discussions.
Qualifications:
- Education: Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
- Certification: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification preferred.
- Experience: Proficiency in general ultrasound techniques; additional experience in echocardiography and vascular imaging is a plus.
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of human anatomy and physiology.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented with expertise in imaging interpretation.
- Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
- Bilingual capabilities are a bonus.
Schedule:
- Full-time, Monday to Friday, daytime hours with Thursday 10-7
Work Location:
