CAR-SONOGRAPHER

General Purpose of Job:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to; obtaining quality diagnostic ultrasound images and providing a written description of the exam to radiologists. Provides ultrasound guidance for biopsies and cyst drainage procedures as ordered by physicians.

• Serves as a resource and provides training for student sonographers.
• Provides other functions that may need to be assigned.
• Abides by Carson City Hospital's Behavioral Standards.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and HIPAA Standards.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Maintains communication with physician's offices, radiologist, dept manager and staff..
• Maintains communication with patient on any delays in their exam.
• Understands and is able to use the telephone, including transferring calls.
• Coordinates patient exams with other sonographers and performs exams to established protocols.
• Reports to Lead Sonographer
• Coordinates ultrasound exams with other imaging modalities.
• Obtains quality images as outlined in protocols, and submits them to the radiologist for interpretation
• Properly annotates images, noting areas of interest.
• Provides ultrasound guidance during biopsies and aspirations.
• Understands and is able to contact the on-call radiologist or on-call service.
• Understands and is able to send images to PACS
• Understands and is able to scan patient documentation into PACS.
• Understands and is able to correctly identify charge codes and place exam orders through HMS.
• Understands and is able to place orders for supplies in HMS.
• Is able to assess the patient's needs for transportation and imaging.
• Understands and is able to use office machines
• Understands and is able to use the ultrasound machine to obtain images.
• Understands and is able to contact service for the ultrasound machine.
• Understands and maintains the infection prevention and control policies established by the hospital.
• Understands and maintains the isolation techniques established by the hospital.
• Follows hand hygiene policies and utilizes personal protective equipment as required.
• Understands and practices body mechanics to lift and assist patients.
• Understands and responds to Emergency Codes.