Diagnostic Medical Sonographer-Caton Hill

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer-Caton Hill

This position has a $5k sign on bonus!! Job Summary: Performs ultrasound examinations of patients as requested by referring physicians.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Greets patient, explains ultrasound procedure, and answers questions.
• Selects the appropriate machine and probe to be used to obtain diagnostic information requested by referring physician.
• Applies gel to patients skin, applies probe, and monitors equipment to obtain ultra-sound images.
• Processes film and reviews images to confirm that images meet radiologists requirements.
• Prepares initial diagnosis by identifying abnormal conditions for review by radiologist.
• Uses ultrasound equipment to assist providers to conduct invasive procedures.
• Maintains equipment and examination room, stores film, and keeps inventory of related supplies.
• Prepares patient information files with patient identification, date of exam, referring physician, and exam performed.
• Prepares and submits reports showing the number and type of examinations conducted.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

There is a Time Commitment Agreement for On Call Employees. Required to be available no less than 32 hours per month, including no less than 16 hours per month for weekend/evening shifts.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum one (1) year as a sonographer to include on-the-job training and internships. Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.
• Education: High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. Completion of an ARDMS accredited or equivalent program in ultrasound technology required.
• License, Certification, Registration: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate - Abdomen within 12 months of hire OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate - Ob-Gyn within 12 months of hire. Basic Life Support.

Additional Requirements:

• Required to stand, push, pull and lift patients.
• In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.
• May be required to lift objects heavier than 50 pounds, perform difficult manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination skills, walk and stand for prolonged periods, see objects closely and hear normal sounds with some background noises.
• Must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow.
• Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption and attend to tasks for 20 to 45 minutes at a time.
• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
• Knowledge of customer focused service requirements of the organization.
• Ability to communicate pleasantly and effectively with members and coworkers.
• Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as breast or RVT preferred.