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Sonographer - PRN

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Compensation
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Location
Pittsburg, KS
Schedule
Per Diem
Work Authorization
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Job overview

The Sonographer is part of the clinical team and performs radiological and ultrasound examinations to support diagnosis of medical problems. The role produces radiographs and sonograms, helps prevent unnecessary radiation exposure, and trains other staff in equipment use and image-taking. It also involves communicating with patients, evaluating image quality, managing supplies, and maintaining required medical-record and billing documentation.

Skills & qualifications

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Skills

Radiology EquipmentSonography EquipmentDiagnostic ImagingImage EvaluationStaff TrainingPatient CommunicationEmergency ResponseMicrosoft OfficeInternet UseInterpersonal SkillsCustomer ServicePatient ConfidentialityHIPAACultural SensitivityPatient Care

Full job description

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13573501 THE RUNDOWN: This position is a part of the Clinical team. Arranges patients for radiological and ultrasound examinations. Produces radiographs (x-rays) and sonograms to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems. Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation. This position will also train other staff in proper use of equipment and taking images. Requirements WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: - Communicates with patient, including patient verification, explaining the diagnostic process. - Uses radiology/sonography equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by the physician. - Reviews and evaluates images to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. - Trains other staff in appropriate use of equipment and techniques in obtaining images. - Orders, tracks and manages supplies. - Ensures that all required documentation is part of the patients medical record and for billing purposes. - Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers by following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES - Social and cultural sensitivity appropriate to ethnically and economically diverse patient-and employee-base - Demonstrate knowledge of the rationale of appropriate patient care. - Communicates through appropriate channels. Use proper chain of command for patient complaints. - Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively. - Must be computer literate, especially with Microsoft Office products and be able to use the Internet. - Must be able to maintain good inter-personal relationship with co-workers and other members of the health care team and the organization. - Provide customer service in accordance to the organizations mission. - Be courteous and respectful when interacting with patients and family members. - Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance to organizations policy and procedure and HIPAA requirements.

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