Diagnostic Medical Sonographer I - On-call/Call-In - San Diego
Company: Kaiser
Location: Lemon Grove
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Summary: Under indirect supervision, performs a variety of
diagnostic medical sonograms (such as abdominal and OB/Gynecology
ultrasound examinations) utilizing complex ultrasound equipment and
transducers. Essential Responsibilities: Diagnostic Imaging 2008
Department Goals: Quality: Improve complete to sign Diagnostic
Imaging Report Turnaround Time for outpatients. The Vandever Files
Targeted Unit-Based Team (T-UBT) will be developing the metrics for
this goal. Suggested areas of focus: Workflow/Processes,
Inter-departmental Communication Resources,and Staffing.
Service/Care Experience: Improve telephone response time to meet
the established regional TSF (telephone service factor) standard of
80% of incoming calls answered within 2 minutes. Suggested areas of
focus: Service, Staffing, Workflow/Processes, and Staff Education.
Efficiency/Affordability: Support the Bend-the-Trend program by
reducing NPR expenses by greater than 5%. The department
Non-payroll Action Team will be developing the metrics for this
goal. All managers and staff responsible for ordering have received
NPR formulary with recommendations for using Corporate Express
brand items in lieu of name brands. Access: Improve ultrasound
access. Customer Service: Is responsive to the needs of others by
maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers
and creating a positive image for the department, as demonstrated
by: Willingness to take the initiative to resolve member issues.
Handling a high number of member contacts. Dealing with customer
complaints in a positive way. Providing compassionate service.
Treating coworkers with respect and appreciation. Fostering
teamwork and thinking positively. Models and reinforces ethical
behavior in self and others in accordance to the Principles of
Responsibility; adheres to organizational policies and guidelines;
supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits
mistakes; conducts business with honesty; shows consistency in
words and actions; follows through on commitments. Identifies the
impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient
condition and makes accommodations for such differences.
Demonstrates competency and understands the overall operational
functions of the department to include all reception duties and
cashier functions. Observes regional radiation and department
safety policies. Age Specific Criteria Demonstrates an
understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and
chronological maturation process in delivery of services to
patients of the age group served. Able to assess data reflective of
the patients status and interpret the appropriate information
needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or
her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed in accordance
with department policy. Neonatal Pediatric Adolescent Adult
Geriatric. Adjusts technical factors relative to the requirements
of the study and the physical maturation of the patient. Modifies
patient positioning techniques relative to the patients physical
and cognitive abilities. Always takes special care in handling,
positioning and/or restraining infants and geriatric patients to
avoid injury or excessive radiation exposure. Demonstrates
competence and understands the overall operational function of the
department to include scheduling of patient appointments by
telephone, mail, or in person utilizing RIS. Demonstrates
competence in the operation of diagnostic ultrasound equipment,
realtime and mobile, to obtain quality diagnostic images.
Consistently selects correct technical factors relative to the
requirements of the study and the patients age and body habitus.
Consistently selects equipment settings and appropriate transducers
in accordance with department protocols and patient body habitus.
Consistently processes hard copy images properly, utilizing
automated equipment. Properly and consistently follows specific
infection control techniques relative to ultrasound imaging (e.g.,
cold sterilization of probes, use of condoms on endocavity probes,
etc.). Routinely manipulates transducer appropriately to obtain the
desired images. Exercises good clinical judgment. Consults with the
radiologist or other clinician for purposes of clarifying orders.
Selects alternate or additional views appropriately relative to the
patients condition. Does not attempt to perform an exam in any case
in which it cannot be performed safely and/or properly.
Consistently demonstrates the ability to differentiate between
normal and abnormal anatomy. Documents clinical activities in a
timely, comprehensive and accurate manner. Completes and initials
the standard consultation form and the Radiology Processing Record
accurately and immediately following each procedure. Routinely
documents patient history relative to previous surgery, childbirth
and other conditions which could affect the ultrasonic image of
internal organs. Organizational Rules, Policies, and Procedures:
Observes all applicable regional, medical center, and department
policies and procedures. Quality of Service: Maintains standards of
professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
Greets members promptly and courteously with eye contract and a
pleasant expression and tone of voice. Informs members of reason
for any delays or anticipated delays in their care. Treats all
patients in accordance with the Patients Bill of Rights. Conducts
only work related conversations when members are waiting for
service. Communication: Demonstrates good communication skills.
Communicates verbally in a clear and concise manner. Demonstrates
courteous and appropriate telephone skills. Speaks English in the
presence of patients except as required to interpret for non
English speaking patients. In writing, communicates accurately,
completely, and legibly, and routes such communication
appropriately and in a timely manner. Professional Maturity:
Demonstrates professional maturity in all interactions with patient
and staff. Strives to maintain good working relationships and
rapport with patients, other members of the department and the
health care team. Is flexible and cooperative about schedule
changes made to maximize productivity and efficiency. Responds
appropriately to constructive criticism from supervisors and peers.
Functions independently within defined scope of position.
Productivity: Meets productivity norms achieved by peers within the
department or the Region. Equipment, Supplies, and Work Area:
Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with
department guidelines. Keeps equipment and work area clean at all
times. Routinely handles equipment with care to avoid damage.
Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisory staff promptly. Basic
Qualifications: Experience One (1) year of experience as a
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a major medical center. Per the
National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this
experience requirement waived. Education Graduate of a Commission
on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
accredited ultrasound program or a graduate from a Diagnostic
Medical Sonography program with current ARDMS certification.
License, Certification, Registration Registered Diagnostic Medical
Sonographer Certificate - Ob-Gyn from American Registry of
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Basic Life Support within four (4)
months of hire Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Certificate - Abdomen from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical
Sonographers Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate
from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Additional Requirements: Competency in components of sonography as
listed: routine abdomen; abdomen doppler; small parts; thyroid and
obstetrics/gynecology. Preferred Qualifications: Two (2) year's
experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a major medical
center. Experience with Acuson Sequoia, Philips iu-22 and Clickview
ultrasound reporting package. Notes: On-call/Call-In Agreement, at
least eight (8) shifts per month with four (4) of those being
weekends shifts. PrimaryLocation : California,San Diego,San Diego
Medical Center HoursPerWeek : 1 Shift : Variable Workdays : Mon,
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun WorkingHoursStart : 12:01 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 11:59 PM Job Schedule : Call-in/On-Call Job Type
: Standard Employee Status : Regular Employee Group/Union
Affiliation : B09-OPEIU-Local 30 Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Imaging & Radiology Department : San Diego Medical
Center - Sonography-Day - 0806 Travel : Yes, 100 % of the Time
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diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive
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