Sonographer
Company: Physicians East
Location: Greenville
Posted on: October 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Ultrasound Sonographer IFLSA: Non-ExemptWe are looking for an
exceptional Sonographer to join our practice!Physicians East, PA is
a multi-specialty, multi-campus group based out of Greenville, NC
offering a wide range of specialties. In addition to primary care
the practice offers pulmonary and critical care medicine,
rheumatology, dermatology, oncology, endocrinology, cardiology,
obstetrics and gynecology, gastroenterology, surgery, urology, and
urgent care. Our 102 providers and over 600 employees provide
services for thousands of patients in a 29-county region. Our
specialists are on staff at ECU Health, a 900+ bed, level one
trauma center and the primary teaching hospital for the East
Carolina University Brody School of Medicine (ECU-BSOM).Located in
the coastal plain area, only one hour from the Atlantic Ocean,
Greenville is the vital center of business, industry, culture,
education, and health care for eastern North Carolina. Its
incomparable quality of life, the hospitality of its people, its
modern outlook and interstate accessibility has contributed to the
city's rapid growth. It has become a premier location to raise a
family and enjoy a high quality of life. The mild climate and
access to rivers and the ocean allows its residents to enjoy water
sports, golf, tennis, and other sports, outside year-round.Some of
the benefits you will enjoy at Physicians East!Comprehensive
Medical and Prescription Drug PlanReduced co-pays for those that
utilize Physicians East Medical Providers!Convenient onsite
employee pharmacy that offers reduced co-pays!Dental
insuranceVision insuranceCritical illness, and other supplemental
insurance plans available with payroll deduction!Employee
assistance program at no cost to employee and covered
dependents!Competitive long-term and short-term disability
plans!Life insurance provided at no cost to the employee with
options to purchase additional protection for you and your
family!401(k) with generous company matching contributions!Profit
Sharing Program!Flex Spending AccountCompany Paid Short Term
Disability InsuranceCompany Paid Long Term Disability
InsuranceGenerous PTO program to provide our employees with
essential work/ life balance!Paid holidays in addition to accrued
PTO!Convenient parking onsite and close to where you work!Employee
Discounts Programs to save you moneyAbout usPhysicians East, P.A.is
a team of skilled healthcare professionals united to meet the
challenge of delivering quality, cost-efficient, comprehensive
healthcare to the people of Eastern North Carolina.About the roleWe
are looking for a dedicated sonographer to assist our doctors with
diagnosing and monitoring various conditions. You will use
high-frequency sound waves to take images of the body's internal
organs and tissues. You will work directly with patients and use
the sonographic equipment to record images of the motion, shape,
and composition of blood, organs, tissues, and bodily
masses.Supervision Received:--Reports to Operations
ManagerSupervision Exercised:--None.Typical Physical
Demands:--Requires full range of body motion including handling and
lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand
coordination. Involves sitting, standing and walking. Occasionally
lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires eyesight
correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and pay attention to
detail.Typical Working Conditions:--Frequent exposure to
communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, and
other conditions common to a clinic environment. Requires exposure
to bodily fluids.Responsibilities:--(This list may not include all
of the duties assigned.)Demonstrates knowledge of practice for the
sonographer and competency in diagnostic procedures; abdomen, small
parts, OB, GYN, breast, and Vascular; ensuring clear images for
diagnostic purposes and making adjustments to the sonographic
equipment when necessary.Selecting and examining images, looking
for differences between healthy and pathological areas, and
determining if the scope of the exam should be extended, based on
preliminary findings and presenting those preliminary findings to
the radiologists.Provides documentation of individual patient care
according to history and clinical information obtained from
ultrasound study and quality assurance documentation as defined in
the policy and procedure manual.Explains appropriately the
rationale for ultrasound procedures to patients, answering
questions, preparing patients by applying the gel to the skin, and
positioning the patients on the table.Recognizes changes in patient
status and appropriately communicates to physician.Selects proper
technical factors on an individual patient basis depending on the
type of procedure being done.Exhibits a working knowledge of
principles, practice and procedures involved in the operation of
ultrasound equipment.Anticipates and recognizes safety hazards,
legal liabilities and intervenes through appropriate
channels.Provides and promotes quality care to all
patients.Establishes and maintains effective working relationship
with co-workers, patients and other employees of the department and
office.Recognizes individual accountability for and participates in
cost containment goals of the department and office.Demonstrates
continuous self-improvement through utilization of knowledge gained
in clinical experience in Ultrasound.Participates in in-service
education, staff meetings and other continuing education programs
to maintain optimal technical knowledge. Participates in continuing
education and in-services outside Physicians East, P.A. office for
30 hours of continuing education every three years specific to
ultrasound.Exhibits ability to problem solve, prioritize and
evaluate patient care activities.Adheres to department and office
policies.Accepts and supports learning needs of new staff and
sonography students.Performs procedures requiring independent
judgement with ingenuity and initiative.Evaluates equipment
breakdowns and assesses the need for service.Responsible for
appropriately charging procedures performed in accordance with
federal law.Adheres to the policy and procedure for each ultrasound
study and documenting the requirements of the study.Works with
Radiology Work List (RIS) and PACS system.Maintains area and
equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.Attends safety classes and
other continuing education classes as offered by Physicians East,
P.A.Maintains yearly CPR certification.Location &
commitmentsPermanent FT role based at our Greenville OBGYN
location, Monday-Friday, 7:45a.m. - 5:00p.m.Overtime may be
required to ensure patients are taken care, tasks are completed,
and calls are returned in a timely manner. Weekend work is rare but
can occasionally be necessary.Candidate requirements:--Associate's
degree or completion of a program in medical sonography. Registered
or registry eligible by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical
Sonography (ARDMS) in abdomen, GYN, vascular, or breast. Two years
of clinical experience is preferred.Affirmative Action/EEO
statementPhysicians East, P.A.is an equal opportunity employer and
will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the
basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex
(including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender
identity, which includes status as a transgender individual),
national origin or ancestry, citizenship, past, current, or
prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information
(including family medical history), physical or mental disability,
or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodation will be
made for persons with disabilities during the application process
and/or at the time of employment. Requests for accommodation should
be made to the Human Resources Department as early as possible in
the application/employment process. Contact HR Office at
252-413-6368 or email--careers@physicianseast.comDisclaimerPlease
note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities
that are required of the employee for this job. Duties,
responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or
without notice.SignaturesThis job description has been approved
by:Manager_____________________________________ Date
____________HR__________________________________________ Date
_________________Employee signature below indicates the employee's
understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties
of the position.Employee______________________________________
Date__________________PI3437b2622579-25660-35694922
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