Position Summary

During the internship, the Sonography Intern will be supervised by a preceptor to develop technical and professional skills through observation and hands on demonstration.

Essential Functions

• Develop cognitive thinking skills to recognize patient conditions specific to age.
• Learn to identify, acquire, and document pertinent patient history relative to procedures.
• Develop ability to assess sonograms for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification ensuring all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
• Demonstrate knowledge of pathological processes and investigates various organs associated with process involved.
• Adhere to all OH policy, procedures, guidelines, Code of Conduct, and Code of Ethics.
• Learn correct use of corporate computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Learn the necessary skills required of a registered OH sonographer so he/she will be prepared to work independently upon
• graduation and successful completion of introductory period.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Other Related Functions

• Maintain cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Maintain a well-stocked and organized work area.
• Work scheduled shifts as determined by preceptor and faculty approval.
• May be required to work at any OH facility.
• Perform other duties as necessary to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate competent use of ultrasound equipment.
• Provide optimum communication with radiologists to promote team approach to patient care.
• Knowledge of JC, Dept of Health, and other regulatory agencies related to field.
• Protect patient’s privacy and confidentiality.

Education/Training

• Must be a senior student of an accredited sonography program or school.

Licensure/Certification

• Current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Experience

• None.