Senior Sonographer
Company: Stanford Health Care
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: June 24, 2022
Job Description:
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Hour (United States of America) This is a Stanford Health Care
job.A Brief OverviewConducts sonographic procedures on assigned
patients of all ages through the use of ultrasound diagnostic
equipment under the supervision of the supervisor/manager and a
physician in the department. Performs general ultrasounds and
limited vascular ultrasounds as requested. Participates in training
of residents and ultrasound students. Does not supplant the
physician in the sphere of decision making required to establish a
diagnosis, but will assist in gathering sonographic, duplex and
other medical data necessary to reach a medical diagnosis and
decision. Shows a high degree of judgment and skill in use of
sonographic equipment. Ensures that equipment is constantly
functional and maintained for immediate use. Maintains records and
reports on equipment, procedures performed and
billing.LocationsStanford Health CareWhat you will do
- Documents observations made during the procedure for final
interpretation by the physician or other qualified medical
professional; obtains pertinent diagnostic images for record
documentation when presenting cases.
- Ensures that ultrasound equipment & accessories are maintained
and functioning. Reports problems to Lead Tech and supervisor.
- Explains examination process to the patient and instructs and
assists patient throughout the procedure.
- Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment, observes sound wave
pattern produced, produces and processes diagnostic images and
presents completed sonograms to physician.
- Participates in maintaining records for research cases.
Participates as needed in evaluation of new equipment for research
or possible future use in department.
- Participates in training of residents and ultrasound
students.
- Performs a variety of complex sonographic procedures utilizing
ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities
including masses, abscesses, and stones.
- Performs appropriate infection prevention techniques. Performs
proper probe handling & cleaning according to procedures if
necessary.
- Performs basic Doppler scans, i.e.: hepatic/portal veins,
hepatic art, venous Doppler studies, renal transplant art/v.
Doppler within allotted time frames; Spot check exams consistently
show understanding and demonstration of proper doppler technique
and documentation of doppler information.
- Reviews patient medical history in chart information system.
Reloads prior exams for comparison. Utilizes ancillary equipment
appropriately.
- Spots check exams for required views and adequate demonstration
of anatomy. Completes exam within required timeframe.Education
Qualifications
- Requirement met by License/Certification RequirementExperience
Qualifications
- One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related
work experienceLicenses and Certifications
- ARDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- BLS These principles apply to ALL employees:SHC Commitment to
Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family ExperienceStanford Health
Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional
experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment
and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards
for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is
the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a
framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what
it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on
health, healing and recovery.You will do this by executing against
our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's
perspective:
- Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective
care
- Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at
better outcomes and better health
- Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through
coordination Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC)
strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and
non-discrimination in -all of -its policies and practices,
including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not
discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex,
sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion,
age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status,
medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or
disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all
genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with
disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified
applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an
individualized assessment of the conviction and the job
requirements.
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