Ultrasonographer II

Overview:

Under the direction of a qualified physician, the ultra-sonographer will perform a variety of technical procedures to patients for diagnostic purposes. Ultra-sonographers must have the ability to perform all technical procedures required for the ultrasonic assessment of patients without direct supervision. Ultra-sonographers must exercise a high degree of technical competence, accuracy and judgement.

Responsibilities:

• Perform Pelvic Floor Ultrasound (PFUS) examinations. This includes, Perineal PFUS, Introital PFUS, Endovaginal ultrasound (EVUS) and Endoanal ultrasound (EAUS).
• Perform a 2-dimensional (2D), 3-dimensial (3D) or 4-dimensial (4D) assessment of the pelvic floor, based on the medical indication.
• Perform standard Gynecology ultrasound.
• Recognize normal and abnormal ultrasound findings. Explain procedures to patients and report findings to physicians.
• Record all pertinent patient information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and generate an ultrasound report. Documentation should be completed efficiently and thoroughly for all patients seen. Same day documentation is the best policy.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree or successful completion of a one to two year program in radiological technology or closely related field and successful completion of a one to two year program in medical sonography.
• Must be ARRT and/or ARDMS registered in Obstetrics/Gynecology.
• Must have 3 years experience in relevant or related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in Pelvic Floor Ultrasound preferred.

Location : Location: US-VA-Norfolk