Diagnostic Medical Sonographer II
Company: Kaiser
Location: San Diego
Posted on: March 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Under indirect supervision, performs a variety of diagnostic
medical sonogrms (such as abdominal and OB/Gynecology ultrasound
examinations) utilizing complex ultrasound equipment and
transducers.Essential Responsibilities: 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. 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. Neonatal.
Pediatric. Adolescent. Adult Periatric. Adjusts technical factors
relative to the requirements of the study and the physical
maturation of the patient. Modifies patient positioning techniques
relative to the patient's 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 OPAS. Demonstrates competence in the operation of
diagnostic ultrasound equipment, real-time and mobile, to obtain
quality diagnostic images. Consistently selects correct technical
factors relative to the requirements of the study and the patient's
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 patient's 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. Additional
Performance Standards for Lead DMS. Provides effective functional
direction to assigned staff. Consistently assigns work to staff
appropriately so that exams are performed in a timely manner.
Routinely provides timely feedback to management regarding
operational problems and personnel issues. Communicates effectively
with other departments to promote positive interdepartmental
relationships. Demonstrates organizational skills and creativity in
the resolution of operations problems within the department.
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 Patient's 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.
Reports to Assistant Director, Diagnostic Imaging. Assume other
activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.Basic
Qualifications:Experience
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