General Sonographer

UnityPoint Health- Fort Dodge

Shift: 8am-4:30pm, limited rotating call shifts

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Maintains appropriate records and statistics, and maintains sufficient stock of supplies for the entire Ultrasound Section.
Evaluates and recommends a new or revised Ultrasound policies, procedures, protocols, etc.
Instructs and assists students in clinical procedures.
Performs other related duties as required or assigned by Lead Sonographer, Clinical Supervisor or Manager.
Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Documents care consistent with documentation guidelines.
Communicates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services.
Participates in department operations demonstrating professional behaviors to include supporting goals of the department and maintaining awareness of resource utilization.
Participation in non-direct patient care activities including educational activities, quality assurance activities, department meetings, and other related activities.
Provides a variety of services related to patient transportation and daily department cleaning.
Exhibits knowledge and skills in the operation of Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS) ,Radiology Information System (RIS), and Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Assists in scheduling of patient exams by assuring correct physician order and insurance pre-authorization number.

Education: 

• Graduate from an accredited Ultrasound program

Licensure: 

• Accreditation from American Registry Diagnostic Medical (ARDMS) Sonographer

Experience: 

• Previous experience is preferred but not required. New graduates welcome to apply.

Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Organizational and time management skills. Basic computer skills.

Certification/Course:

• Life Support (CPR) certification, ARDMS in Abdomen and OB/GYN and/or in the process of attaining these credentials. 
• Must attain within 24 months of hire date.