Sonographer-Full Time Evenings
Sonographer-Full Time Evenings
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Job Description
The Sonographer Reg 2 reflects the mission vision and values of NM adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program and complies with all relevant policies procedures guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
- Performs vascular sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies values and mission of the organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Reviews patient history and physicians orders.
- Educates patient regarding procedures equipment and exam to ensure patients understanding and cooperation.
- When ordered prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
- Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
- Prepares equipment and supplies.
- Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
- Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
- Troubleshoots resolves and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
- Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
- Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
- Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
- Enters transmits and reports scan results.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
Required:
- One year experience in vascular imaging
- Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program
- Certified BLS
- Registered as a Vascular Technologist (RVT) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- New Graduates need ARDMS certification within 1 year of hire
- Physical Demands Requirement:
- Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds
Additional Information :
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age sex race color religion national origin gender identity veteran status disability sexual orientation or any other protected status.
If we offer you a job we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a casebycase basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
