Sonographer
Company: Sutter Health
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: September 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Competently performs routine and specialized sonography
procedures of moderate complexity to produce quality images to
physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis,
treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease. Works
independently, exercising sound judgment, and executing developed
clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and situations
to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Gains confidence
and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and
other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment,
attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adheres to all
local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to
ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or
orient other staff to the department. SIGN ON Bonus: $10,000
Available to external candidates in accordance with the Sutter
Health policy. Several locations available: Mt. View/San Carlos,
San Francisco, Oakland Must have: ARDMS OB/GYN (Nuchal
Translucency) NTQR Certification TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 2 years of
recent relevant experience. SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Intermediate
knowledge of diagnostic sonography principles, procedures, views,
and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and
various hospital emergencies. Proficient in performing sonographic
examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy,
physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize,
prioritize and communicate suspicious or abnormal results. Possess
written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive
information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences,
including non-medical people. Well-developed time management and
organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize
assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and
scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline Working
knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite
(Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems
(Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records
(EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
Ability to: prioritize assignments and work within standardized
policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives
and meet deadlines. work independently, as well as be part of the
team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with
interruptions. identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by
selecting appropriate solutions from established options. ensure
the privacy of each patient's protected health information (PHI).
build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare
providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years
Bonus/Commission: No
Keywords: Sutter Health, Palo Alto , Sonographer, Healthcare , Palo Alto, California
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