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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Part- Time, Tysons Corner Medical Center
•30 days ago
Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
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Location | Mclean, VA Mclean, Virginia |
About this job
Performs ultrasound examinations of patients as requested by referring physicians.
Essential Functions:
* Greets patient, explains ultrasound procedure, and answers questions.
* Selects the appropriate machine and probe to be used to obtain diagnostic information requested by referring physician.
* Applies gel to patient's skin, applies probe, and monitors equipment to obtain ultra-sound images.
* Processes film and reviews images to confirm that images meet radiologist's requirements.
* Prepares initial diagnosis by identifying abnormal conditions for review by radiologist.
* Uses ultrasound equipment to assist providers to conduct invasive procedures.
* Maintains equipment and examination room, stores film, and keeps inventory of related supplies.
* Prepares patient information files with patient identification, date of exam, referring physician, and exam performed.
* Prepares and submits reports showing the number and type of examinations conducted.
* Performs other related duties as directed.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
* One (1) year of full time experience as a sonographer required.
Education
* High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
* Completion of an ARDMS accredited or equivalent program in ultrasound technology required.
License, Certification, Registration
* CPR certification required.
* Current certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS) in abdomen and/or OB/GYN required.
* Non-Registered Sonographers may be considered; however, Sonographers must have met experience, education, and training requirements; and upon hire, Sonographer must sit for and pass abdomen and/or OB/GYN Registry within one (1) year of employment.
Additional Requirements:
* Required to stand, push, pull and lift patients.
* In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.
* May be required to lift objects heavier than 50 pounds, perform difficult manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination skills, walk and stand for prolonged periods, see objects closely and hear normal sounds with some background noises.
* Must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow.
* Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption and attend to tasks for 20 to 45 minutes at a time.
* Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
* Knowledge of customer focused service requirements of the organization.
* Ability to communicate pleasantly and effectively with members and coworkers.
* Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Certifications such as breast or RVT preferred.
Essential Functions:
* Greets patient, explains ultrasound procedure, and answers questions.
* Selects the appropriate machine and probe to be used to obtain diagnostic information requested by referring physician.
* Applies gel to patient's skin, applies probe, and monitors equipment to obtain ultra-sound images.
* Processes film and reviews images to confirm that images meet radiologist's requirements.
* Prepares initial diagnosis by identifying abnormal conditions for review by radiologist.
* Uses ultrasound equipment to assist providers to conduct invasive procedures.
* Maintains equipment and examination room, stores film, and keeps inventory of related supplies.
* Prepares patient information files with patient identification, date of exam, referring physician, and exam performed.
* Prepares and submits reports showing the number and type of examinations conducted.
* Performs other related duties as directed.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
* One (1) year of full time experience as a sonographer required.
Education
* High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
* Completion of an ARDMS accredited or equivalent program in ultrasound technology required.
License, Certification, Registration
* CPR certification required.
* Current certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS) in abdomen and/or OB/GYN required.
* Non-Registered Sonographers may be considered; however, Sonographers must have met experience, education, and training requirements; and upon hire, Sonographer must sit for and pass abdomen and/or OB/GYN Registry within one (1) year of employment.
Additional Requirements:
* Required to stand, push, pull and lift patients.
* In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.
* May be required to lift objects heavier than 50 pounds, perform difficult manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination skills, walk and stand for prolonged periods, see objects closely and hear normal sounds with some background noises.
* Must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow.
* Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption and attend to tasks for 20 to 45 minutes at a time.
* Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
* Knowledge of customer focused service requirements of the organization.
* Ability to communicate pleasantly and effectively with members and coworkers.
* Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Certifications such as breast or RVT preferred.