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Clark & Daughtrey Medical Group P.A.
Sonographer
Job Location: Lakeland, FL
General Summary Of Duties:
Responsible for performing sonographic procedures to assist in the diagnosis of disease.
Supervision Received:
Clinical Services Director
Supervision Exercised:
None
Essential Functions:
1. Performs ultrasound procedures as prescribed by a physician including: Positions patients for the proper view of the affected area; selects the appropriate scan images to be recorded on film; obtains essential information from patients, medical records and previous scans for clinical correlation; instructs patients about the proper physiological requirements for the procedure; helps patient transfer to sono exam table and ensures adequate patient immobilization to perform the scan; knows how to change scanning parameters to improve a scan; obtains diagnostic sonographic images by scanning the appropriate body part of the patient with the scan head; develops the film; submits diagnostic ultrasound exam to physician for interpretation.
2. Assists in performing life-saving techniques (CPR, first aid) to the patient if necessary.
3. Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination. Handles blood and body fluids and deals with infectious patients.
4. Performs patient care tasks as appropriate
5. Requests charts and film folders
6. The job holder must demonstrate competencies applicable to the position.
Education:
High school diploma; graduation from an ultrasound school preferred or on-the-job training.
Experience:
Minimum one or more years experience and/or training with graduate sonographer.
Requirements:
RDMS registered or registry eligible; Current unencumbered Florida license. CPR certificate maintained.
Knowledge:
1. Knowledge of ultrasound exam policies, protocols.
2. Knowledge of operating PC and accessing applicable programs.
Skills:
1. Skill in production of sonograms meeting physician expectations.
2. Skill in obtaining information via computer.
Abilities:
1. Ability to effectively care for patients and families across all points of the adult/adolescent continuum including physiological care, psychosocial care, education, safety and appropriate criteria.
2. Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with interdepartmental personnel.
Environmental/Working Conditions:
Varied settings including exam rooms, laboratory, darkroom. Sometimes works in close quarters. Exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, ionizing radiation and other conditions common to radiology setting.
Physical/Mental Demands:
Combination of walking, bending, reaching, lifting, transferring activities. Must be able to use correct body mechanics to assist patients appropriately. Occasional stress from multiple requests.
This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
How To Apply:
Clark & Daughtrey Medical Group P.A.
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