Lead Sonographer II - Ultrasound (40 hours/week, days)
Company: EvergreenHealth
Location: Kirkland
Posted on: March 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Wage Range: $42.62 $71.09 per hour plus Lead premiumPosted wage
ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs
with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of
the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some
positions also offer additional premiums based on shift,
certifications, or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a
candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and
internal equity.Job Summary:
The Sonographer, Level II, is accomplished in two or more of the
following applications: General (abdominal, OB-GYN, small parts,
nuerosonology and breast) and Vascular Technology (carotid, venous
and arterial), and presents the findings to the interpreting
radiologist on the level appropriate with the ARDMS level II
Sonographer.Primary Duties:
1. Preforms Ultrasound examinations in different specialties,
including:
a) General Ultrasound (Abdomen, Pelvic, Renal, Thyroid, Scrotal,
Breast, MSK, Neurosonology, and Pediatrics; Assisting with
Interventional Procedures, including biopsies, aspirations,
localizations, Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, and OR/Cath Lab
guidance).
b) OB Ultrasound (First and 2nd Trimester OB, D & E Procedures, and
amniocentesis)
c) Vascular Ultrasound (Abdominal Vasculature, Venous Extremities,
Arterial Extremities, Carotid Doppler, Renal Arterial Doppler,
TIPS, Grafts, and ABI/Toe Pressures).
2. Analyzes patient's general body configuration to analyze the
most acceptable examination approach
3. Assists with introduction or placement and the application of
various ultrasound transducers.
4. Assists with introduction or placement of intra cavity devices,
as well as needles designed for biopsy or amniocentesis.
5. Provides portable examinations at bedside as requested by
attending physicians and processes the documenting video film.
6.Performs high-level disinfection on transducers as
appropriate.
7.Performs other duties as assigned
Lead Accountabilities:
1.Oversees daily clinical activity and coordination of
patient/employee ratios.
2.Monitors staffing grid to institute low census policies when
possible.
3.Insures thoroughness and safety of examination while setting
priority of clinical need.
4.Maintains examination schedule in the most productive manner with
a balance of clinical responsibility shared between staff.
5.Delegates special work assignments when volumes allow.
6.Maintains section policy/procedure manuals as well as exam
protocol manuals.
7.Supports, develops and participates in quality control and
quality assurance standards and programs.
8.Has knowledge of and actively participates in review of JC
requirements.
9.Provides in-service and orientation to new employees in the
section and ancillary personnel as required.
10.Insures and record completeness of required documents of
licensure, certification and registration as related to
section.
11.Coordinates repair and maintenance of equipment through Manager
in a manner not to insult patient care, productivity or after-hours
work if possible.
12.Maintains inventory levels in the section sufficient for
examination requirements while complying with budget guidelines as
outlined by DI Manager.
13.Confers with the Manager on a regular basis for discussion of
productivity, budget status and overall direction of
responsibility.
14.Immediately communicates all exceptions to department and
hospital policies.
15.Develops call, standby and vacation/attendance schedule for
approval by direct supervisor no less than one month prior to
distribution.
16.Attends and actively participates in lead technologist
meetings.
17.Communicates on regular basis with radiologists on the best
approach to tailor examination to clinical need.
18.Aids in development of new procedures and policies.
19.Assists supervisor with TQA (technical quality assurance)
programs; promotes technologist participation.
20.Reviews images for technical quality and guidance for
technologists.
21.Performs other duties as assigned.
License, Certification, Education or Experience:
REQUIRED for the position:
* ARDMS-eligible by date of hire. ARDMS-certified in Abdomen and
Vascular Certification (RVT) within one year of employment.
* OB/GYN at a minimum by two years of employment.
* Graduate of an Accredited Ultrasound Program.
* Training specific to the operation and use of Ultrasound
scanners
* Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire
DESIRED for the position:
* 1 year of experience in ultrasoundBenefit Information:
Choices that care for you and your familyAt EvergreenHealth, we
appreciate our employees commitment and contribution to our
success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and
resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help
our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and
financial well-being.
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