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Job Posting Description
At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included. The Senior Sonographer is responsible for the following:
- Performs routine and complex ultrasound examinations as prescribed by a physician.
- Reviews and evaluates requisitions for ultrasound imaging procedures, abstracting data from patient charts and determining appropriateness of procedure prescribed given diagnosis and clinical signs for routine examinations.
- Selects appropriate equipment and technical factors to identify pathologic and normal anatomy.
- Assesses patients' and parents' physical and emotional status and ability to respond to instructions and develops plan for adjusting to patients' specific needs.
- Follows QC/Data Integrity Workflow process.
- Practices High Reliability Communication techniques. Patient/Family/Team Relations
- Responds to the uniqueness and clinical condition of the patient.
- Creates a supportive environment for the patient and the family.
- Promotes a positive work environment in compliance with ETU. Equipment
- Identifies and reports on equipment malfunctions.
- Assists in patient scheduling and facilitates efficient workflow within ultrasound area (board runner).
- Investigates and resolves technical and scheduling issues and performs designated quality assurance functions.
- Provides instruction on performing ultrasound procedures for trainees and fellows.
- Serves as a resource and responds to requests for information or assistance. General
- Participates in departmental and hospital meetings
- Completes all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Complies with ETU.
- Practices BCH 6 Core Values: excellence, innovation, communication, respect, teamwork and accountability.
- Furthers professional education and maintains knowledge of current regulations and standards, policies and procedures.
- Takes an active role in research projects involving ultrasound.
The Senior Sonographer is responsible for the following:
- Registered by the ARDMS.
- Must meet, successfully complete, and maintain the ARDMS certification and registration.
- BLS certification
- Associates degree in Medical Sonography
- 3 years of experience as a Sonographer
Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption). Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
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Boston Children's Hospital
Nov 26, 2024