Sonographer

SonographerSonographerLocation: Sumter, South CarolinaHealthcare SupportClinical & Research Support ServicesFull TimeJob Description SummaryMUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within the Medical University of South Carolina that provides healthcare to patients within the rural health network throughout the state of South Carolina. A sonographer uses ultrasound high-frequency sound waves to take images of the body's internal organs and tissues to assist doctors with diagnosing and monitoring a variety of conditions and diseases.Entity: MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)Worker Type: EmployeeWorker Sub-Type: RegularCost Center: CC005267 MCP - Charleston - Sumter MultispecialtyPay Rate Type: HourlyPay Grade: Health-28Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40Work Shift: Job DescriptionA sonographer uses ultrasound high-frequency sound waves to take images of the body's internal organs and tissues to assist doctors with diagnosing and monitoring a variety of conditions and diseases. A sonographer is also known as a diagnostic medical sonographer or an ultrasound technician.Minimum Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED required. Preferred Associates Degree from a two-year allied health education program that is patient care related and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Minimum two years of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. 2-4 years of experience in Vascular Sonography desired.Required Licensure, Certifications, Registration: RVT (ARDMS), RVS (CCI), or RT(VS) (ARRT) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA) RDMS (AB, OB/GYN) or RT(S) is acceptableIf you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.