Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Job description: Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Job Summary: Produces high quality images for accurate interpretation while working collaboratively with other healthcare team members toward the best outcome for the patient and organization. Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Shift Availability: Part Time PRN (as needed) Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Benefits (Part Time/20+ hours): Earned Time Off (ETO) Extended Illness Bank (EIB) Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Essential Accountabilities: Perform Ultrasound procedures using proper positioning and protocols for optimal diagnostic value in the outpatient, inpatient and clinic setting. Proficient in or ability and willingness to learn procedures in multiple modalities to assure adequate workload coverage. Maintain working knowledge of equipment with ability to manipulate and maneuver safely as well as recognize malfunctions for safety of patient and operator. Ability to learn and maintain a working knowledge of current HIS, RIS and PACS systems utilized within the department to ensure timely and accurate patient records. Obtain proper patient identification and medical history needed to ensure consistent and accurate patient care. Use safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure the safety of patients and staff. Willingness to take evening and weekend call on a rotation basis with other Ultrasound Technologists in the Department. Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Qualifications: Education: Associate’s degree or equivalent formal training program. Experience: Minimal Experience required, 2–3-year experience preferred. Licensure/Certification: RDMS RVT(VT) required, OB/GYN, AB, AE preferred. Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (Exempt if Sonogram only) Basic Life Support (BLS) Age-Specific Skills: Neonate through Geriatric Hazardous Working Conditions: OSHA Category 1: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials. Environmental Surroundings: Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, & noise. Physical Working Conditions: Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking/pushing, climbing and lifting material or patients of > 50lbs. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr McPherson Hospital, Inc.