University of Oklahoma Looking for Staff Sonographer (Technologist, Ultrasonographer)- TULSA Full Time

* Job Number:
231265

Organization: OU Physicians –
Tulsa

Job Location: Oklahoma-Tulsa-Tulsa
Campus

Schedule:

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am –
5:00pm

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Benefits Provided: Yes

Required Attachments: Resume

Job Description

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Staff
Sonographer (Technologist, Ultrasonographer)

Position Information:

The Staff Sonographer functions as a healthcare
provider who, working under the delegated authority of the supervising physician, serves as a medical imaging professional providing
clinically relevant information to assist the physician with the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The Staff Sonographer role and
responsibilities include providing diagnostic medical sonography services and its various clinical specialties. The Staff Sonographer
activities are performed consistent with their education and training, and in accordance with facility policies and procedures and
applicable professional standards.

Essential Duties:

Staff Sonographer (Technologist, Ultrasonographer)

Position Information:

The Staff Sonographer functions as a healthcare provider who, working under the delegated authority
of the supervising physician, serves as a medical imaging professional providing clinically relevant information to assist the physician
with the diagnosis and treatment of patients. The Staff Sonographer role and responsibilities include providing diagnostic medical
sonography services and its various clinical specialties. The Staff Sonographer activities are performed consistent with their education and
training, and in accordance with facility policies and procedures and applicable professional standards.

Essential Duties:

• This position will be a mixture of General, OB/GYN, Vascular.
• Performs diagnostic sonographic examinations
  utilizing ultrasonic equipment to locate, evaluate and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data.
• Prepares
  patients for examinations and explains procedures to patients.
• Monitor and interpret medical diagnostic scans.
• Prepare
  exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infections disease, sterilization, and patient
  safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Assume responsibility for the safety of the patient during the sonographic
  examination.
• Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information.
• Ensure that the sonography examination
  order is complete, contains relevant information, and meets the standard of “medical necessity.”
• Evaluate any contraindications,
  insufficient patient preparation, and the patient’s inability or unwillingness to tolerate the examination and associated procedures.
• Conduct patient clinical assessment and perform the diagnostic medical sonography examination ordered by the supervising physician in
  accordance with professional and facility protocols.
• Apply independent, professional, ethical judgment, and critical thinking to
  safely perform diagnostic sonography procedures.
• Apply independent judgment during the sonography examination to ensure that
  appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images.
• Except as
  authorized by written facility policies and procedures, refer specific diagnostic, treatment or prognosis questions to the appropriate
  physician or healthcare professional.
• Identify and document any limitations to the sonography examination.
• Review
  examination images, synthesize examination results, and prepare the preliminary findings.
• Maintain patient privacy and
  confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (e.g., HIPAA) and facility policies, and procedures.
• Provide patient services
  consistent with the Scope of Practice and Clinical Standards for the Diagnostic Sonographer.
• Establish and maintain collaborative
  working relationships with co-workers, administrators, and members of the health care team.
• Assist with the education and training
  of sonography students and physician residents.

Job Requirements

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Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate’s degree in Allied Health and completion of
  an approved one-year program in Ultrasound Technology.

Certifications/ Licenses:

• ARDMS
  Registration, required
• BLS Certification, required
• Registered in vascular, required within the first 12 months of
  employment

Preference:

• 2 year experience as an Ultrasound Technologist.

Equivalent/ Substitution:

• 2 years experience in lieu of an Associate’s degree.

Travel:

• Will require limited travel for cross-coverage in Tulsa area.

Physical
Requirements:

• Outpatient medical environment and exposure dependent upon assignment. The essential functions of this
  position will involve mobility (walking; being able to stand for long periods of time during patient exams/procedures, etc.). Dependent upon
  assignment, must be able to lift up to 50 lbs in the function of patient positioning and assistance.

Equal Employment
Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender
expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This
includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health
care services that the University operates or provides.

Diversity Statement: The University of Oklahoma is
committed to achieving a diverse, equitable, and inclusive university community by recognizing each person’s unique contributions,
background, and perspectives. The University of Oklahoma strives to cultivate a sense of belonging and emotional support for all,
recognizing that fostering an inclusive environment for all is vital in the pursuit of academic and inclusive excellence in all aspects of
our institutional mission.

Hiring contingent upon a Background Check?- Yes

Special Indications:
None

Job Posting: May 22, 2023