Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - General Ultrasound - **10k Sign-On Bonus**

Job Posting for General Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

The General Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for performing quality ultrasound images for medical interpretation within the UAMS hospital and the Radiology department. The sonographer will perform a wide variety of ultrasound studies in collaboration with the ordering provider and reading Radiologists' requests. This position requires rotational after-hours/weekend and holiday call coverage. The sonographer will work closely with Radiologists in order to provide the needed information to make an accurate diagnosis. The Sonographer will assist physicians in such procedures as renal biopsies, sonohysterograms, and Lumason enhancement studies. This position requires the sonographer to join the academic achievement of students, residents, and fellows. Must be registered or a registry-eligible graduate of an accredited DMS ultrasound school. Abdomen and OB registries are required within a set time from the date of hire.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED PLUS Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) program
• Registered Diagnostic Sonographer or Registered Cardiac Sonographer within one year of hire.

Responsibilities:

• Performs a wide variety of ultrasound studies in collaboration with the ordering provider and reading Radiologists' requests.
• Requires rotational after-hours/weekend and holiday call coverage.
• Works closely with Radiologists in order to provide the needed information to make an accurate diagnosis.
• Assists physicians in such procedures as renal biopsies, sonohysterograms, and Lumason enhancement studies.
• Joins alongside the academic achievement of students, residents, and fellows.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands:

Constant Physical Activities: Walking, Talking, Standing, Sitting, Hearing, and Manipulating items with fingers, including keyboard

Frequent Physical Activities: Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, and Repetitive Motion

Occasional Physical Activities: Crouching, Sharps, and Stooping

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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