Visiting Physicians Association

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Posted on: 6 Feb 2021

West Allis, WI

Job Description

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

U.S. Medical Management (USMM) is an affiliate of a leading Fortune 100 company. A national organization built on a continuum of care with premier healthcare providers, clinicians and patient focused individuals working together. Our Mission Through Compassionate Patient-Centered Care in the Home; We will Provide Exceptional Outcomes across our Continuum of Services Visiting Physicians Association, Pinnacle Senior Care, Grace Hospice, Comfort Hospice, Home DME & our In Home Health Assessments (IHA).

Our Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork & Excellence are leading us to a better tomorrow for patient care. Our Purposes Centered on We are Unified in our Work through our Continuum of Services We can Find Comfort that We are Making a Difference for our Patients & We make a Broader Positive Impact on Society, allows USMM to be poised for a phenomenal future.

We are seeking candidates who desire the experience of delivering quality & compassionate healthcare within proven care models with patients at the forefront of everything we do.

Benefits We Have to Offer:

* Health, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
* 401K Retirement Plan
* Paid Holidays
* PTO
* Flexible Spending Account
* Tuition Reimbursement (coming 2021)

Position Description

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer interacts with patients to produce diagnostic images to aid in the diagnosis of medical conditions and track response to treatment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

* Contacts patients to confirm and establish appointment times, and explains prep if needed
* Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic imaging procedures
* Completes all required documentation including billing information and pertinent clinical/surgical history for each patient
* Produces and optimizes diagnostic images according to established protocols and IAC/ACR guidelines
* Reviews images for proper identification, labeling, and quality control
* Digitally transmits images daily for reading by Cardiologist/Radiologist
* Performs daily inspection of assigned vehicles, ultrasound unit, and other medical equipment
* Coordinates routine maintenance on assigned vehicle
* Remains in contact with dispatch when work is completed for further assignments
* Practices universal precautions
* Other duties may be assigned

REQUIRED Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

* Graduate of accredited Sonography, Echocardiography, and/or Vascular program registered in modality of operation with ARDMS/CCI
* Registered in modality of operation with ARDMS/CCI
* Valid drivers license
* Maintains relationships with patients, caregivers, and coworkers by carrying out duties with compassion and drive
* Excellent customer service, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and computer skills
* Flexible, detail-oriented team-player who works well under pressure and functions effectively in an independent environment
* Committed to professional growth and development

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

* Registration in Echocardiography, Vascular, and general

Visiting Physicians Association

Houston, TX

Founded 25 years ago,Visiting Physicians Association (VPA) is the nation’s leader in house call medicine. We specialize in caring for patients with complex health issues.

With our advanced medical technology, we are able to provide comprehensive care for every patient all within the comfort and privacy of their home. Our model ensures that patients medical needs are addressed in a timely manner.

We prioritize and are committed to best practices and high quality outcomes for our patients.

VPA is part of  U.S. Medical Management (USMM). USMM is a family of companies that provides home-based medical services for elderly and other adult patients with complex health issues.

Our Experience

Expertise in geriatric care
Experience with Accountable Care Organizations (ACO) and value-based healthcare initiatives

 Pioneer ACO (2012-2014)
CMS Independence at Home Program (2012 - current)
MSSP ACO (2015 to current)- 2016 Results 

Experience with clinically integrated networks, population health management, and value-based initiatives
Fully implemented compliance, quality management and infection control programs
Patient specific proprietary clinical protocol software for chronic care management

Overview

Established in 1993
Largest physician house call practice in the U.S.
Over 200 full time Primary Care Providers (Physicians, NP's, PA's)
Physician-led model 
Serve over 50,000 unique patients annually
Leader in government shared savings programs
Robust technology infrastructure 
State of the art laboratory, mobile x-ray, ultrasound in the home
Member of the American Academy of Home Care Medicine (AAHCM)