Kaiser Permanente
Senior Diagnostic Medical Sonographer II, San Diego, 21 Hrs, Day
Kaiser Permanente, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Overview
Senior Diagnostic Medical Sonographer II, San Diego, 21 Hrs, Day Under indirect supervision, performs a variety of diagnostic medical sonographic examinations (such as abdominal and OB/Gynecology ultrasound examinations) utilizing complex ultrasound equipment and transducers. Essential Responsibilities
Demonstrates patient care and professional behavior; responsive to the needs of others and maintains a positive image for the department. Resolves member issues with initiative and handles a high number of member contacts; provides compassionate service and constructive handling of complaints. Demonstrates competency in department operations including reception duties and cashier functions; observes regional radiation and department safety policies. Adjusts technical factors and patient positioning relative to study requirements and patient age/body habitus; handles infants and geriatric patients with care to minimize exposure. Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment (real-time and mobile) to obtain quality diagnostic images; selects appropriate transducers and settings per protocol and patient characteristics. Documents patient history and clinical activities promptly and accurately; completes consultation forms and radiology processing records following each procedure. Communicates with radiologists and other clinicians as needed; consults to clarify orders and selects additional views when appropriate. Routinely documents exams and ensures images are properly processed and stored; maintains infection control practices for ultrasound imaging. Leads and coordinates workflow; provides feedback to management and ensures exams are performed in a timely manner. Experience
Basic Qualifications: N/A. Education
Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited ultrasound program or a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program with two years of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a major medical center. High School Diploma or GED required. Licensure, Certification, Registration
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificates – Abdomen, Breast, and Ob-Gyn from ARDMS. Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire. Additional Requirements
Competency in abdomen, abdomen Doppler, small parts, thyroid, obstetrics/gynecology, amniocenteses, fetal echocardiography, interventional procedures, breast studies, portable intra-operative studies, and portable neonatal studies. Preferred Qualifications
Three years of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a major medical center. Experience with Acuson Sequoia, Philips iu-22 and Clickview ultrasound reporting package. Notes
South senior to include 2 days as senior and one day as a sonographer; shifts/locations may vary based on department needs. Scheduled work hours per week will be 20-32. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Contract Job function
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Senior Diagnostic Medical Sonographer II, San Diego, 21 Hrs, Day Under indirect supervision, performs a variety of diagnostic medical sonographic examinations (such as abdominal and OB/Gynecology ultrasound examinations) utilizing complex ultrasound equipment and transducers. Essential Responsibilities
Demonstrates patient care and professional behavior; responsive to the needs of others and maintains a positive image for the department. Resolves member issues with initiative and handles a high number of member contacts; provides compassionate service and constructive handling of complaints. Demonstrates competency in department operations including reception duties and cashier functions; observes regional radiation and department safety policies. Adjusts technical factors and patient positioning relative to study requirements and patient age/body habitus; handles infants and geriatric patients with care to minimize exposure. Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment (real-time and mobile) to obtain quality diagnostic images; selects appropriate transducers and settings per protocol and patient characteristics. Documents patient history and clinical activities promptly and accurately; completes consultation forms and radiology processing records following each procedure. Communicates with radiologists and other clinicians as needed; consults to clarify orders and selects additional views when appropriate. Routinely documents exams and ensures images are properly processed and stored; maintains infection control practices for ultrasound imaging. Leads and coordinates workflow; provides feedback to management and ensures exams are performed in a timely manner. Experience
Basic Qualifications: N/A. Education
Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited ultrasound program or a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program with two years of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a major medical center. High School Diploma or GED required. Licensure, Certification, Registration
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificates – Abdomen, Breast, and Ob-Gyn from ARDMS. Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire. Additional Requirements
Competency in abdomen, abdomen Doppler, small parts, thyroid, obstetrics/gynecology, amniocenteses, fetal echocardiography, interventional procedures, breast studies, portable intra-operative studies, and portable neonatal studies. Preferred Qualifications
Three years of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a major medical center. Experience with Acuson Sequoia, Philips iu-22 and Clickview ultrasound reporting package. Notes
South senior to include 2 days as senior and one day as a sonographer; shifts/locations may vary based on department needs. Scheduled work hours per week will be 20-32. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Contract Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
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