Registered Breast Ultrasound Technologist, Full Time, Variable Shift

Registered Breast Ultrasound Technologist, Full Time, Variable Shift

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women's health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience.

The Sonographer is responsible for the administration of high frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques for medical purposes at the request of, and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. This position requires a highly skilled and competent professional who is considered to be an integral part of the health care team. Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology. Is expected to be competent in production, use, recognition and analysis of ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment.

Required Skills

• Demonstrate an understanding of human breast anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology
• Able to recognize patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure and exercises independent professional and ethical judgment.
• Competent in production, use, recognition and analysis of ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Critical thinking skills
• Good communication skills
• Computer skills

Required Experience

• Completion of an accredited course in ultrasonography and certification by ARDMS.
• CPR/BLS - Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association
• Registered through ARDMS in breast sonography or registry eligible for breast sonography within 6 months
• Three (3) years' experience in sonography in an acute care facility

Preferred:

• 1 year experience in breast sonography
• Bilingual; Spanish

Beyond the benefits that come with working for the area's leading community healthcare provider one that also recognizes the need to ensure patient safety and comfort you'll enjoy an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer and seek diversity in our workforce. EOE M/F/D/V

Minimum Salary

$46.00

Maximum Salary

$67.00