Overview:
Responsibilities:
The Chief Sonographer leads and manages a team of diagnostic ultrasound sonographers who provide care for pediatric and perinatal patients. The Chief sonographer works with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care.
Reports To: Practice Director and Corporate Medical Director
Supervises: Sonographers
* Prepares patients for ultrasound examination.
* Prepares patients for physicians.
* Explains procedures to the patient prior to the commencement of the testing and provides patient education related to medical ultrasound.
* Explains procedures to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
* Ensures the appropriate consent and/or declinations are obtained.
* Conducts ultrasonic diagnostic procedures and records anatomical, pathological and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
* Assists physician during invasive procedures requiring ultrasound guidance.
* Maintains patient confidentiality.
* Maintains patient charts and records, and records and processes sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician.
* Follows universal precautions and OSHA standards.
* Code appropriate CPT and ICD9 for services performed.
* Submit completed billing work sheets daily.
* Notify Patient Service Associate of additional services performed which require authorization.
* Maintains proper operation of the ultrasound equipment. Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action. Coordinates the required maintenance as necessary.
* Keeps work area clean.
* Responsible for maintaining adequate inventory of ultrasound supplies.
* Maintain archives/records scans.
* Oversees and coordinates the ultrasound schedule.
* Ensures compliance with AIUM ultrasound guidelines.
* Responsible for orienting new sonographers to practice.
* Participate in interview process of new employees.
* Participates in the annual reviews for sonographers at site.
* Maintains effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
* Acts in a non-directive, non-judgmental manner, recognizing an individual's religious, ethical, and moral opinions/beliefs.
* Recognizes ethical, legal and professional issues inherent in providing care to pregnant women.
* Participates in staff development, in-service workshops and educational activities.
* Performs other assigned duties as directed.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
* Must possess a current/valid certification in diagnostic ultrasound.
* Satisfactory completion of one of the following; at least two (2) years in Allied Health Educational Program and one (1) year on-the-job training in ultrasonography, or completion of an approved ultrasonography educational program.
* At least 2 years supervisory experience.
* Maintain or be eligible for certification the American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
* Completion of a course in ultrasonic technology.
* CPR Certification required.
* Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
* Skilled in operating ultrasound equipment.
* Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
* Ability to effectively communicate.
* Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.
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