Relief Perinatal Sonographer
Company: Stanford Children's Hospital
Location: Stanford
Posted on: May 2, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of
the job.
Under the direct supervision of the supervisor/manager and a
physician in the department, who is responsible for the use and
interpretation of ultrasound procedures, conducts sonographic
procedures on assigned patients through the use of ultrasound
diagnostic equipment. Does not supplant the physician in the sphere
of decision making required to establish a diagnosis, but will
assist in gathering sonographic and other medical data necessary to
reach a medical diagnosis and decision. Ensures that equipment is
constantly functional and ready for immediate use. Maintains
records and reports on equipment, procedures performed and
billing.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions listed are typical examples of work
performed by positions in this job classification. They are not
designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory
of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also
perform other duties as assigned.
Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including
but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care,
patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of
physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for
others, participation in ongoing education and training,
communication and adherence to safety and quality programs,
sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and
licensure and health screenings.
Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the
hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards
and its Code of Conduct.
- Documents observations made during the procedure for final
interpretation by the physician or other qualified medical
professional; obtains pertinent diagnostic images for record
documentation when presenting cases.
- Ensures that ultrasound equipment & accessories are maintained
and functioning. Reports problems to Lead Tech and supervisor.
- Explains examination process to the patient and instructs and
assists patient throughout the procedure.
- Operates diagnostic ultrasound equipment, observes sound wave
pattern produced, produces and processes diagnostic images and
presents completed sonograms to physician.
- Participates in maintaining records for research cases.
Participates as needed in evaluation of new equipment for research
or possible future use in department.
- Performs a variety of sonographic procedures utilizing ultrasonic
high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including
masses, abscesses, and stones.
- Performs appropriate infection prevention techniques including
CIDEX testing, neutralization disposal. Performs proper probe
handling & cleaning according to procedures if necessary.
- Performs Doppler scans, i.e.: Umbilical artery and vein, MCA,
ductus venosus and uterine vessels Doppler within allotted time
frames; Spot check exams consistently show understanding and
demonstration of proper doppler technique and documentation of
doppler information, color and doppler spectral imaging, color &
spectral scale setting at a velocity that demonstrates psv after
flow direction and angle correction displayed appropriate to
vessel.
- Reviews patient medical history in chart information system.
Reloads prior exams for comparison. Utilizes ancillary equipment
appropriately (KinetDx, PACS - Picture Archiving and Communication
systems).
- Spots check exams for required views and adequate demonstration
of anatomy. Completes exam within required timeframe.
KNOWLEDGE
These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills
required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job
and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience,
education or licensure/certification.
- Ability to follow Extensive and detailed protocols.
- Ability to use an electronic checklist during scan.
- Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in
writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with
widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both
within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Ability to interpret physician instructions and patient Medical
and Clinical records to determine type of ultrasonic procedure/test
to be performed.
- Ability to perform detailed and complex obstetric ultrasounds on
a varied patient population.
- Ability to work effectively as a team player.
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and congenital/acquired
pathology as they relate to the use and interpretation of
ultrasound diagnostic procedures.
- Knowledge of computer Systems and software used in functional
area.
- Knowledge of principles of the PACS network and/or other
electronic image Processing and image development systems.
- Knowledge of principles of ultrasound physics, and the
propagation of ultrasound through tissues.
- Knowledge of safety principles and procedures related to
ultrasound procedures and equipment.
- Knowledge of ultrasound diagnostic procedures and
equipment/instrumentation.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job
is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health
Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of
the job.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely
provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as
possession of any required licenses or certifications is
qualifying.
Education: Requirement met by License/Certification Requirement
Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible and
directly related work experience
License/Certification: Certification by the American Registry of
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in OB/GYN.
License/Certification:
Pay Range
Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the
role.
Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education,
experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required
by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market
data.
Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary
range.
Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $81.69 to $92.22
Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values
diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and
non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including
the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate
against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual
orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic
origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition,
genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the
perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of
all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and
veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with
criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized
assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where
applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance
Ordinance.
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