Sonographer S

University Of Maryland Medical System Careers • Silver Spring, MD, United States • 1d ago

Sonographer S at University Of Maryland Medical System Careers summary:

A Sonographer performs routine and specialized sonographic procedures under general supervision, ensuring patient care is tailored to individual needs. Responsibilities include executing clinical competence in sonography, adhering to regulatory compliance standards, and participating in performance improvement initiatives. The role requires knowledge of sonography principles, accurate documentation, and maintenance of a safe work environment.

Job Description

Sonographer

PRN (As Needed) Schedule

Overview

Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized sonographic procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibility 1: Executes basic clinical competence in Sonography in all locations across all patient types. Selects accurate equipment and technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age of the patient.

Key Responsibility 2: Applies knowledge of Sonography principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, physics, positioning and patient care skills. Appropriately performs high level disinfecting procedures to meet organizational infection prevention standards. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal and departmental regulatory compliance standards.

Key Responsibility 3: Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.

Key Responsibility 4: Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment. Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors. Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy.

Key Responsibility 5: Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and educational activities.

Qualifications

Education

Graduation from an approved and accredited Ultrasound Educational Program

Experience

No experience necessary

Licensures/Certifications

RDMS Certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Preferred

Experience

1+ years

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

Pay Range: $35.76-$62.95
Other Compensation (if applicable):
Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

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Keywords:

Sonographer, Ultrasound Technologist, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Patient Care, Ultrasound Procedures, Healthcare, Radiologic Technology, Patient Safety, Clinical Competence, Infection Prevention