Sonographer

SonographerTitle: Sonographer Location: Long Beach, CA Department: OBGYN Status: Per Diem Shift: Days (8hr) Pay Rate: $50.00/hr At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork. Position Summary Complete procedure and documentation of diagnostic images, based on provider order, for the Radiologist's interpretation. Responsible for the care and comfort of patients during any diagnostic sonogram. Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job Must have the ability, skill-set, qualifications, education, and licensure that are required for all the responsibilities this position must cover. Must excel in communication (written & verbal), customer service and can work independently or as part of a team. Must excel in prioritization, organization and multi-tasking while demonstrating attention to detail and follow through. Can utilize critical thinking skills to identify issues, problem solve to logical conclusion, demonstrate initiative, and be responsible. Arrive at work station at designated start time, ready to begin work and support patient care. Be a role model for all company policies, procedures and directives. Interact in a positive and constructive manner. Demonstrate proficiency of all duties within the Scope of Practice for licensure. Implement orders and treatment plan components as directed by Provider(s). Prepare patients for radiological procedures following established process for patient care and safety. Perform ultrasound examination(s) and demonstrate technical knowledge of cross-sectional human anatomy, physiology, pathology, physical principals and instrumentation. Minimum Requirements Qualifications/Work Experience: 1+ years of experience in acute care setting is preferred. Ability to perform abdominal, pelvic, vascular, obstetrical, small part examinations. Ability to learn non-imaging vascular exams. Education/Licensure/Certification: High School graduate or equivalent required. Certificate of completion in the study of Diagnostic Medical Sonography with proof of ARDMS certification. A current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) certification is required.Primary Location: United States-California-Long Beach Work Locations: MMF-GRP Bixby Knolls OBGYN 3711 Long Beach Blvd, Suite 700 Long Beach 90807 Job: Radiology, Imaging Organization: MemorialCare Medical Foundation Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular Job Level: Staff