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Sonographer - OB/GYN

Department: OB/Gyn - CMPG
Usual Schedule: M-F 8-5:30 - as needed
Regions:
On Call Requirements: No
Job Category: Allied Health
Work Location: Proctor Professional Building
Employment Type: PRN - As Needed
Nursing Specialty:
Job Post ID: 42591
Secondary Job Category:
Experience Requirements: 1 - 3 Years
Weekend Requirements: No
Education Requirements: Associates Degree
Shift: Day
Location: Peoria, IL
Holiday Requirements: No
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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:
The Sonographer perform sonography-imaging procedures, which may include biopsy procedures.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associate's Degree in Related field OR Certificate in Radiologic Technology

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
RDMS Abdomen (AB)(ARDMS) within 1 year or RDMS Obstetrics/Gynecology (OB/GYN)(ARDMS) within 1 year OR Sonography (S)(ARRT) within 1 year 
 
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum one (1) year of OB Sonography experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Basic knowledge of computers to access programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Performs routine and complex sonography imaging by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accreting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols. Selects proper sonography protocols and techniques to obtain optimal data. Reviews cases with the radiologist when appropriate. Reviews labs and patient history to perform correct exam.
  • Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist.
  • Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.
  • Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and other digital and reporting systems providing necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes the web servers and email systems to send exams for preliminary readings after hours.
  • Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.
  • Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss.
  • Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary. May perform duties of Sono Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence.
  • Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity.
  • May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer.
  • Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department.
  • Required secondary registries are not required for cross trained modalities at HRHC unless otherwise required by specific compliance, licensure, or accrediting bodies.



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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.

Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.

 

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