Job description

Shift Details:

Per Diem
Part time
Full time at 3 days a week with potential to work 4 days weekly

Clinic office hours are Monday through Friday 8am-5pm, no weekends, closed on certain holidays, and no call is required for the Songraphers.

This position performs a variety of OB GYN exams under the direction of a physician for identification of abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis.

Scope

Produces high quality ultrasound images and obtains appropriate measurements for each exam.
Recognizes the sonographic appearance of normal and abnormal tissue structures and provide the best image quality for documentation.
Documents all applicable patient and procedure data consistently and correctly.
Obtains and evaluate pertinent patient history and physical findings that may affect the sonographic examination.
Explains procedures adequately to patients to maximize patient comfort and cooperation.
Monitors during all phases of procedure with special care taken to insure patient emotional and physical well-being.
Communicates patient information in a professional and courteous manner to patients and to referring physician offices as required.
Maintains the ultrasound equipment for cleanliness and ensure proper equipment maintenance and equipment safety.
Calibrates and maintain equipment and order supplies when needed.
Schedules and coordinate tests.
Prepares and maintain operational logs.
Assists with Quality Assurance/Improvements audits and activities as required.
Promotes mission, vision, and values of The Women’s Clinic, and abides by service behavior standards.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Posting Specifics

Entry Rate: Depending on experience
Benefits Eligible: depends on number of hours worked each week
Shift Details: Full time, Part Time, Per Diem
Department: Women’s Clinic of Northern Colorado in Fort Collins and Loveland

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Sonography program is required
Current/valid certifications from the following list require American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certification with Registered Diagnostic Technologist , or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) credential with OB/GYN certification.
Two (2) years related sonography experience is required

Preferred

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
OB GYN ultrasound experience, Fetal anatomy scanning, Nuchal Translucency, and CLEAR certification
Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business hours or scheduled shifts is required
Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of current principles, standards, procedures, protocols, techniques and tools/equipment relating to ultrasound examination and related procedures.
Knowledge of the intent, content and application of local, state and federal employee health standards, and regulatory requirements applicable to diagnostic ultrasound examination.

Physical Requirements:

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. Being mindful and careful with equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Women’s Clinic of Northern Colorado

Work City:

Fort Collins and Loveland

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Per Diem 8 to 40 hours per week

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$32.84 - $58.35

Pay: $32.84 - $58.35 per hour

Healthcare setting:

Clinic

Medical specialties:

Ob/Gyn

Schedule:

Day shift

Work Location: In person

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