Sonographer II

Position Overview Department: Ultrasound Schedule: Part-time - 7:00am-3:30pm - no call - no weekends Wk 1 Thursday and Friday Wk 2 Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday PRN Work Location: UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more North Tower Outpatient and Inpatient Hospital areas will be required. What You Will Do Perform diagnostic procedures on patients using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structure, providing quality images for interpretation. Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures. Performs routine and complex studies and assists in a variety of imaging procedures. Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations. Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate. Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history). Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department. Maintains compliance with regulatory agencies. What You Will Need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) at time of hire. Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) within 6 months required. Education: High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required. Additional Preferences No additional preferences. #J-18808-Ljbffr UAB St. Vincent's