Sonographer Diagnostic Ultrasound

Satisfactory completion of formal ultrasound training in an AMA approved school and/or formal on-the-job ultrasound training in addition to graduating from an AMA approved medical program.
RDMS Physics SPI Registry or Registry from equivalent Society (ARRT, CRGS, etc), required.
Registry in 4 or more Specialties, required
BLS required within 60 days of hire, required.

Ability to appropriately access, manage and accurately update patient medical records through Hospital Electronic Medical Record Information Systems.
Maintains patient confidentiality as outlined by privacy and HIPAA guidelines.
Practices according to the SDMS Code of Ethics for the Profession of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound.
Performs accurate clinical assessment to identify patient signs and symptoms and adapt procedures as appropriate.
Effectively operates sonographic equipment to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological and diagnostic sonographic images.
Uses independent judgment during the sonogram to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings. Initiates the appropriate methods and level of exploration necessary to document, clarify and quantify disease processes.
Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information in medical history and effectively communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
Practices universal safety precautions to minimize exposure to patient, self, and staff.

Experience in abdominal, OB/GYN, small parts, vascular and interventional ultrasound.