Per Diem Senior Sonographer
Children's Hospital Boston
75384BRJob Posting Title:Per Diem Senior SonographerDepartment:RadiologyAutoReqId:75384BRStatus:Part-TimeStandard Hours per Week:1 Job Posting Category:RadiologyJob Posting Description:The Senior Sonographer is responsible for the following:
+ Performs routine and complex ultrasound examinations as prescribed by a physician.
+ Reviews and evaluates requisitions for ultrasound imaging procedures, abstracting data from patient charts and determining appropriateness of procedure prescribed given diagnosis and clinical signs for routine examinations.
+ Selects appropriate equipment and technical factors to identify pathologic and normal anatomy.
+ Assesses patients' and parents' physical and emotional status and ability to respond to instructions and develops plan for adjusting to patients' specific needs.
+ Follows QC/Data Integrity Workflow process.
+ Practices High Reliability Communication techniques. Patient/Family/Team Relations
+ Responds to the uniqueness and clinical condition of the patient.
+ Creates a supportive environment for the patient and the family.
+ Promotes a positive work environment in compliance with ETU. Equipment
+ Identifies and reports on equipment malfunctions.
+ Assists in patient scheduling and facilitates efficient workflow within ultrasound area (board runner).
+ Investigates and resolves technical and scheduling issues and performs designated quality assurance functions.
+ Provides instruction on performing ultrasound procedures for trainees and fellows.
+ Serves as a resource and responds to requests for information or assistance. General
+ Participates in departmental and hospital meetings
+ Completes all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
+ Complies with ETU.
+ Practices BCH 6 Core Values: excellence, innovation, communication, respect, teamwork and accountability.
+ Furthers professional education and maintains knowledge of current regulations and standards, policies and procedures.
+ Takes an active role in research projects involving ultrasound.
The Senior Sonographer is responsible for the following:
+ Registered by the ARDMS.
+ Must meet, successfully complete, and maintain the ARDMS certification and registration.
+ BLS certification
+ Associates degree in Medical Sonography
+ 3 years of experience as a Sonographer
Office/Site Location:PeabodyRegular, Temporary, Per Diem:Per Diem Remote Eligibility :Onsite Only
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