ULTRASONOGRAPHER - MOB - FULL TIME

Job Description

Job Description

Description: $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Essential Functions

• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of the operation of all equipment and current developments relating to ultrasound imaging.
• Performs examinations according to policy and protocol.
• Maintains proper quality control of ultrasound equipment.
• Serves as a resource to the physician relating to ultrasound procedures.
• Functions as a delegated agent of the physician and practices under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Use independent, professional, ethical judgment, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic medical procedures.
• A fundamental approach to the safe use of diagnostic medical ultrasound is to apply elements of the AS Low As Reasonably Achievable (“ALARA”) Principle including lowest output power and shortest scan time consistent with acquiring the required diagnostic information.
• Uses proper patient positioning, tools, devices, equipment adjustment, and ergonomically correct scanning techniques to promote patient comfort and prevent compromised data acquisition or musculoskeletal injury to the diagnostic medical sonographer.
• Must have applicable RDMS/ARRT(S) registry in any specialty. Must demonstrate competency and perform at least one (1) Basic specialty routinely. Basic Specialties:
• AB – Abdomen
• OBGYN – Obstetrics and Gynecology
• PS – Pediatric Sonography
• VT – Vascular Technology
• MSK – Musculoskeletal

Sign on bonus will be paid in full after passing probationary period. Two (2) years commitment is required. NEW EMPLOYEES ONLY.

Required Education and Experience Certified through ARRT OR ARDMS. High School or GED. CPR certification within 3 months of employment. Must demonstrate competency and perform the specialty routinely. New Graduate or 0-3 years of experience. At least 1 specialty. Specialties relevant at Watson Clinic are: Musculoskeletal, Abdominal, Vascular Sonography, Pediatric Sonography, and Obstetrics/Gynecology. Basic knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures involved with the operation of ultrasound equipment use; human anatomy and proper positioning of patients to secure desired scans and images; methods used in processing images. Ability to administer first aid in emergency medical situations (CPR).

Additional Eligibility Qualifications ARDMS registered, possess the ability to do duplex scanning, one year of experience in ob, Gyn, or Abd. Also must possess RVT registry for Vascular.