QUALIFICATIONS
OB/GYN REQUIRED: Credentialing by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in OB/GYN. Or Registry eligible graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Ultrasound Program to attain appropriate credentialing of specialty within one year from graduation.
Written and oral communication skills
PREFERRED: One year experience in OB / GYN and knowledge of relative anatomy
Cardiology REQUIRED: Credentialing by one of the following Credentialing bodies: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
Registry eligible graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Ultrasound Program to attain appropriate credentialing of specialty within one year from graduation
Must be credentialed in Adult Cardiology (RDCS or RCS)
Written and oral communication skills
PREFERRED: One year experience in echocardiography and knowledge of relative anatomy
General Ultrasound REQUIRED: Credentialing by one of the following Credentialing bodies: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
Or Registry eligible graduate of a CAAHEP accredited Ultrasound Program to attain appropriate credentialing of specialty within one year from graduation
Must be credentialed in Abdomen [RDMS or RT(S)] and Vascular (RVT or RVS)
Written and oral communication skills
PREFERRED: One year experience in General Ultrasound, and knowledge of relative anatomy
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
Must possess speech, hearing and sight skills to perform the functions of the position
Manual dexterity required
Must be able to speak, read and write English proficiently
Some lifting may be required
May need to travel from one clinic to another to perform job functions
POSITION PURPOSE
Service excellence is to be centered on patient care and patient relationships and is the responsibility of all employees
Teamwork is the norm and all employees will be held accountable to work as effective team members
Provide high quality exams with minimum errors
Ensure high quality patient care while working cooperatively with physicians and co-workers
Ensure patient confidentiality
Always implement professional standards using independent judgment as needed when necessary to depart from established techniques
Act as a resource for other staff
STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
A Sonographer's evaluation will be based on his/her performance in the following areas:
Accountabilities
Performance is up to standard when the Sonographer:
Selects proper technical factors and operates equipment in a safe, effective manner, ensuring established protocol for quality control
Documents and processes reports, organizes CDs or current image storage technologies, organizes VCR tapes/films, reviews finished exams for completeness, assists Sonologist/Radiologist/Cardiologist with viewing and report of exams
Keeps accurate records and statistics of all exams for Quality Control and patient outcomes
Ensures an organized, safe and professional environment
Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy
Uses independent judgment for exam comprehensives
Is informed and knowledgeable regarding new technology
Implements new technology in department
Follows strict OSHA standards in all areas, specifically in regard to cleaning equipment, transducers, along with documentation
Contacts patients and referring providers, Radiologists, and Cardiologists as needed, e.g. results, follow-up, etc.
Performs other duties as assigned by Lead Sonographer and/or Sonologist
Technical
Performance is up to standard when the Sonographer:
Demonstrates clinical competence in using correct processes to provide care to patients and their families
Implements established HealthPartners policies and procedures
Provides support to patients and their families
Documents patient information accurately and completely and keeps records regarding clinical practice
Follows the imaging protocols set forth by their respective department
Shares information with other members of the health care team
Uses interdisciplinary resources to enhance own decision-making
Solves problems appropriately seeking assistance from members of the HealthPartners team
Uses appropriate systems, automated or manual, to obtain patient information and schedule appointments
Education
Performance is up to standard when the Sonographer:
Engages in ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of teaching in terms of understanding and application
Participates in patient care conferences, in-services and educational programs in the HealthPartners system and community
Develops new opportunities, tools, and methods of learning/teaching
Maintains ARDMS/CCI/ARRT Registration by completing required continuing education
Leadership
Performance is up to standard when the Sonographer:
Serves as a role model in the enhancements of practice and professional conduct
Demonstrates flexibility in performing additional responsibilities to contribute to the improvements in patient care and the functioning of the care unit and other support services
Provides support to professional and technical staff
Formulates and attains personal and professional goals which promote individual growth, the care unit philosophy and the HealthPartners mission
Demonstrates ability to assess and problem solve
Serves as a catalyst for improving standards of practice
Demonstrates positive verbal communication and listening skills with internal and external customers
Delegates appropriately and remains accountable for safe delivery of that delegated care
Professionalism
Performance is up to standard when the Sonographer:
Acts as a patient advocate
Maintains patient confidentiality
Selects and participates in appropriate professional conferences, workshops and continuing education and communities
Participates in and utilizes research appropriate to clinical setting to improve patient care
Remains accountable for the efficient use of time, material and human resources
Assists with the updating of current, and development of new procedures as appropriate
Demonstrates a commitment to the mission, goals and values of HealthPartners
Organizational Behaviors
Performance is up to standard when the Sonographer:
Shows interest in and keeps informed of department and organizational changes within the HealthPartners system
Provides honest and constructive input during policy formation
Accepts and supports final decision
Identifies and works to resolve problems with other departments and individuals in a constructive manner
Focusing on solving and identifying the problem
Effectively shares job knowledge with new employees
Places team goals above own interests
Performs other duties as assigned by Lead Sonographer, Radiology Supervisor and/or Sonologist
Reads department and HealthPartners e-mail daily to keep up with changes
Has read department requirements, e.g. policy manual review, OSHA, etc., annually, as required
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