Breast Sonographer - Breast Health Network

1w1 week ago

OU Health

US · Part-time · $55,000 – $75,000

About this role

Under immediate to general supervision and direction of a mentor/preceptor, this entry-level position works to achieve the initial competencies required to deliver specialized cardiovascular and/or radiologic technology services. These services aid medical staff in the diagnosis, care, treatment and surveillance of simple to complex conditions, defects and/or diseases in adult and/or pediatric patient populations.

Utilizing entry-level knowledge, abilities, skills and available resources, provides safe, high quality, efficient and cost-effective patient-centric care under routine or emergent conditions. Prepares patients for procedures and correlates clinical history with procedures ordered by physicians to be performed in breast health settings.

Communicates and collaborates with patients, families, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team to identify and implement actions for clinical outcomes. Utilizes highly specialized ultrasound equipment and techniques to perform diagnostic procedures in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines.

Conducts post-procedure review to confirm completion, documentation and technical quality consistent with protocols. Transfers images and data to archival systems, performs quality control checks, cleaning and disinfecting per guidelines. Participates in continuing education and professional development to maintain competencies.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher from a CAAHEP accredited educational program in cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty
0-3 years experience
BLS current upon hire
Medical ARDMS required upon hire or advancement
Knowledge of principles of cardiovascular and/or radiologic technology, medical imaging and medical terminology
Skill in positioning of patients and medical ethics
Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions
Ability to consistently and dependably report to work as scheduled and be sensitive to patients’ needs

Responsibilities

Provide safe, high quality, efficient and cost-effective patient-centric care and support services in a variety of care settings
Prepare patients for procedures and correlate clinical history with procedures ordered by physicians
Communicate and collaborate with patients, families, and multidisciplinary care team to achieve clinical outcomes
Utilize specialized cardiovascular and/or radiologic equipment and techniques to perform diagnostic procedures
Conduct post-procedure review to confirm all required elements are completed and documented
Transfer images and data to archival systems and prepare study for physician reporting
Perform operator-level quality control checks, cleaning, high-level disinfecting and user maintenance
Participate in continuing education, professional development and research activities to maintain competencies