Chief Ultrasound Technologist jobs in Summerville, SC

About Palmetto Primary Care Physicians

Palmetto Primary Care Physicians (PPCP) is the largest independent multi-specialty group practice in South Carolina and has proudly served patients and our communities since 1996.  The group is comprised of over 100 clinical providers with a wide range of expertise in primary and specialty care including endocrinology, gastroenterology, neurology, psychiatry, audiology, and physical therapy.  PPCP offers a wide range of services, including a state-of-the-art urgent care clinic, imaging, diagnostics, and labs.  The company employs over 500 clinical and non-clinical staff throughout South Carolina and provides exceptional medical care for patients in over 40 offices.   

To learn more about PPCP, visit www.PalmettoPrimaryCare.com

• Offer 401K with generous company match

Position Responsibilities:

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations.
• Uses cognitive sonographer skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
• Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities, including masses, abscesses, and stones. 
• Assists the radiologist with biopsy procedures, guiding biopsy instrument using sonographic techniques.
• Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
• Analyses sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
• Maintain accurate patient records, including patient log books, billing, reporting.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate supplies.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care.
• Thoroughly explains procedure to patients, making them very comfortable and at ease with the test.
• Prepares the room, the table and the equipment for patient use.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods.
• Ensures that reports are readily available to ordering physicians
• Other duties as assigned.