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Sonographer

Rochester Regional Health

ROCHESTER, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$35–$47 Per Hour
SKILLS
Employee Orientation, Hospital, Medical Assistance, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Office, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Neurology, Nursing, Onboarding, Patient Care, Patient Charts, Patient History, Radiology, Registrar, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Testing, Ultrasound
LOCATION
ROCHESTER, NY
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Description Job Title: Sonographer Department: Imaging Location: Rochester General Hospital,1425 Portland Ave, Rochester NY 14621 Hours Per Week: 20 Schedule: 8-hour shifts, Variable hours: 7:45 am - 4:15 pm, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm, 4-hour Saturday Rotations On-call: None SUMMARY As a Sonographer, you play an important part in high quality imaging exams needed to deliver quality care to our patients. Performs or assists in the performance of Vascular, Abdominal, OB/GYN or Neurovascular Sonography exams. The primary objective is to obtain high quality images and maximize the efficiency of the Radiologist or Neurologist while providing exceptional patient care and maintaining a consistent level of quality. RESPONSIBILITIES Performs abdominal, vascular, OB/GYN and/or transcranial Doppler ultrasound scans. Produces ultrasound images and obtains all required measurements using various transducers, imaging techniques in compliance with procedure standards as determined by Physician or directing provider. Reviews patient chart for patient history information, valid orders and clinical appropriateness. Notes performance of scan in patient's chart and completes preliminary reporting. Calls preliminary reports to doctor's offices or nursing floors at the request of the Radiologist. Assists physicians with invasive procedures under sonographic guidance. Cleans, stocks and prepares rooms on a daily basis. Attends hospital and departmental meetings and in-services. Provide high quality patient care with exceptional service and compassion. Attend continuing education classes (CME) to maintain registry. Act as a resource to ultrasound students by demonstration and explanation of procedures; function as a preceptor in orientation of new personnel. Performs other duties as assigned. For Neurology Department: Maintain or prepare for RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) certification. Perform diagnostic ultrasound tests including carotid ultrasound exams and Transcranial Doppler exams. Neurologist to any severe & critical results. Reports completion of exams to reading Neurologist and alerts reading Maintain IAC (Intersocietal Accreditation Commission) standards. For Radiology Lead: Scheduling, timekeeping, ACR/regulatory credentials. Hiring, on-boarding/training, disciplinary measures & day-to-day operations. Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Effective June 1, 2023: Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate OR Bachelor's Degree in Ultrasound required for all new hires. New Graduates: Official transcript from accredited school or letter emailed directly from the school's registrar's office confirming program completion will be accepted upon graduation. Primary source education verification required within 90 days of start date. Licensure/Certification: For Radiology sites/affiliates with ACR accreditation, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification required (within 6 months of graduation from Commission on Accreditation of Allied Program (CAAHEP), or within 18 months of graduation from a non-accredited program). If hired prior to September 1, 2022, a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is required by March 1, 2023. For Neurovascular & Vascular, the RDMS is not required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) PAY RANGE: $35.00 - $47.00 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, lo ation, and c

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