Summary

A sonographer will use ultrasound medical equipment to capture images of certain areas of the patient’s body. They explain procedures to patients, prepare patients for the tests, use the equipment to gather images from the intended area of the body, and capture images and/or video to provide radiologist with the information needed to produce a diagnostic report for ordering provider.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.

• Performs quality ultrasound exams on patients in assigned departments.

• Implements clinical protocols and policies.

• Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, and families, as well as staff and physicians.

• Reviews requisition for pertinent information, special requests, and correct procedures as ordered, and reviews physician order for procedure/test.

• Assists front reception with patient information as needed.

• Performs completion of documentation on patients and completes all required processes to assure no late charges.

• Maintains medical supplies in all rooms and required stock items. Prepares and cleans rooms.

• Maintains and prepares all equipment/instruments in exam rooms.

• Other duties as consistent with this role.

  Job Requirements

  Education and Experience

• Degree or certificate from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education accredited sonography program strongly preferred

• Certification in specialty area by the ARDMS within 12 months of graduation or cross training strongly preferred

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required

  An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

  Working Conditions/Physical Demands

  Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

  Americans with Disabilities Statement

  Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.

  Standard of Business Conduct

  Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.

  Covenant Health Mission Statement

  We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

  Our Core Values:

  Compassion

  We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

  Integrity

  We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

  Collaboration

  We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

  Excellence

  We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

  We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.