University Hospitals Pain Management
Sonographer PRN St. John Medical Center
University Hospitals Pain Management, Westlake, Ohio, United States, 44145
Description
A Brief Overview
A Sonographer (Ultrasound Tech) is a diagnostic medical professional who provides diagnostic medical ultrasound exams consistent with their education and training, and in accordance with facility policies and procedures and applicable professional standards. The Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, maintaining patient workflow, technical aspects of equipment maintenance, and quality assessment (QA). The Sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self‑motivated to increase their level of understanding and knowledge of the field, pathologically process and advancements in ultrasound technology.
What You Will Do
Validate patient order and review relevant prior imaging
Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct ultrasound exams in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures
Consistently follow hospital policy to correctly identify patients and communicate and explain exam in a manner appropriate to the patient’s ability to understand
Perform ultrasound examination in accordance with departmental protocols while utilizing critical thinking skills and independent judgment to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological and clinical conditions are accurately captured
Completed structured reporting document, identify exam limitations, assure images are uploaded to PACS and review exam with radiologist as needed
Perform, follow protocol, and maintain competency for High Level Disinfection procedures
Provide age‑specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (HIPAA) and adhere to hospital policies
Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co‑workers, administrators, and members of the health care team
Maintain required credentials and licenses
Follow proper procedure to report equipment failures
Adhere to hospital safety and regulatory (DNV, ODH, ect) standards
Additional Responsibilities
Follow Radiology communication plan
Completing annual training before deadline as required by hospital leadership
Must demonstrate the ability to work independently
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace
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What You Will Do
Validate patient order and review relevant prior imaging
Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct ultrasound exams in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures
Consistently follow hospital policy to correctly identify patients and communicate and explain exam in a manner appropriate to the patient’s ability to understand
Perform ultrasound examination in accordance with departmental protocols while utilizing critical thinking skills and independent judgment to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological and clinical conditions are accurately captured
Completed structured reporting document, identify exam limitations, assure images are uploaded to PACS and review exam with radiologist as needed
Perform, follow protocol, and maintain competency for High Level Disinfection procedures
Provide age‑specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (HIPAA) and adhere to hospital policies
Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co‑workers, administrators, and members of the health care team
Maintain required credentials and licenses
Follow proper procedure to report equipment failures
Adhere to hospital safety and regulatory (DNV, ODH, ect) standards
Additional Responsibilities
Follow Radiology communication plan
Completing annual training before deadline as required by hospital leadership
Must demonstrate the ability to work independently
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace
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