Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment
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Position: Sonographer - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Employment: Full-time, Monday- Friday variable hours
Location: 12709 Toepperwein Rd, Suite 309 San Antonio, TX 78233
Benefits: Competitive Pay Rates, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term and Long-term disability, Life and Accidental insurance, 401K Plan, PTO, and Employee Discounts.
Sonographer Job Summary: Responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. Meet and exceed patient expectations and adhere to established practices while assuring the best possible care for patients.
Sonographer Responsibilities:
- Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations to include anatomy scans.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, especially in the areas related to Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- Performs all requested sonographic examinations as ordered by the attending physicians.
- Prepares preliminary reports
- Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
- Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
- Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographers care.
- Ensures all required documentation, requisitions, forms, charges, and patient's medical record are completed. Completes all written and computer documentation in a timely manner.
- Maintains ultrasound equipment, work area, and supplies. Communicate with Clinic Manager regarding any needs to ensure equipment is in proper order.
- Promote quality patient care and customer satisfaction
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Adhere to all OSHA guidelines.
- May be required to float to other local clinics on rare occasions
- May require occasional overtime
Skills, Education, & Experience for Sonographer:
- Associates Degree of Applied Science (Radiology or Nursing) or Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing, Radiology or Sonography AND/OR Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Programs that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
- Active certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- Current compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements.
- Prefer two years Obstetrics and Gynecology experience.
- Excellent communications skills (written and verbal) as well as listening skills.
- Demonstrates critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
- Athena EMR experience is a plus.
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
- Current CPR certification required.
Physical/Mental Abilities:
- Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment
- Ability to evaluate sonograms in order to acquire appropriate diagnostic information.
- Ability to integrate diagnostic sonograms, laboratory results, patient history and medical records, and adapt sonographic examinations as necessary.
- Ability to use independent judgment to acquire the optimum diagnostic sonographic information in each examination performed.
- Ability to evaluate, synthesize, and communicate diagnostic information to the attending physicians.
- Ability to communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of the sonographic examinations and patient's needs.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and health care team.
- Ability to follow established departmental procedures.
- Must be able to handle difficult situations in a professional manner and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work independently to perform job with minimal supervision.
- Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50lbs.
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
- Ability to handle high patient volume.
- High attention to detail
- Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring for patients and families.
Work Environment:
- Work is performed in a professional healthcare setting.
- This position operates in an office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets.
- Possible exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, and toxic substances in the work environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour depending on experience
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Company paid parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday variable hours, No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- 12709 Toepperwein Rd, Suite 309 San Antonio, TX 78233: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- EMR systems: 2+ year (Preferred)
- 2+ years' experience as a Sonographer in a health care setting in Obstetrics and Gynecology
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification
- Certified Sonographer as described above.
Please note: Live Oak Women's Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. This job description is not intended to be inclusive of all responsibilities and duties, the needs of the division can change at any time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Live Oak, TX 78233: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
