What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sonographer RMG position at Riverside Regional Medical Center?
Newport News, Virginia
Overview
Performs a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasound to assist the physician in providing quality care in a medical office setting.
What you will do
Qualifications
Education
Experience
Licenses and Certifications
Overview
Performs a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasound to assist the physician in providing quality care in a medical office setting.
What you will do
- Ensures correct coding and charging of ultrasound procedures and supplies.
- Assists the physicians in the development of new ultrasound techniques and protocols.
- Provides for an efficient and respectful patient encounter and thoroughly explains the procedure to the patient so they have a demonstrated understanding of what is going to take place. Acts as a liaison between physician and patient, providing physicians with information to assist with proper diagnosis and treatment modality. Follows physician protocols appropriate for the ultrasound appointment type.
- Conscientiously observes policies and procedures to ensure the safety of the patients and adheres to HIPAA regulations.
- Evaluates the quality of the ultrasound and determines if any additional films or follow up is necessary. Maintains records of all ultrasounds completed in the office and archives as necessary.
- Reports any abnormalities or issues to the physicians and prepares a written summary of findings. Efficiently and accurately utilizes ultrasound techniques to detect abnormalities.
Qualifications
Education
- Program Graduate, ARDMS approved school/program or registry eligible (Required)
Experience
- 1 year Ultrasonographer experience preferably in an OBGYN practice (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
- Certified Ultrasound Technician - Allied Health Upon Hire(Required)
- CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)
To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at
https://www.riversideonline.com/careers
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