ARDMS Registered Sonographer - Ultrasound (Days) (PRN)

Ultrasound Technician

Plans, coordinates, supervises, and carries out the activities of the ultrasound area. Work is carried out in an independent, professional manner with minimal supervision.

Education Technical or Vocational school plus up to 2 years specialty training

Experience No prior work experience required

Licenses & Certifications *Healthcare Provider (CPR)*Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer *Must obtain CPR certification within 30 days from hire.

Qualifications *ARDMS, CCI, or registry eligible for either. * Must possess or obtain one of the ARDMS credentials (RDMS, RVT, RDCS, RDS), one the CCI credentials (ACS, RCCS, RCS, or RVS), or ARRT(S) credentialing within 18 months of hire date of Tanner to maintain employment with Tanner Diagnostic Medical Sonography Lab.

Area of Responsibilities *Demonstrates competency in patient care (as described in the system wide age specific competency for ultrasound) for the following age categories: a) Neonate (through 28 days). b) Infant (29 days to 1 year of age). c) Toddler (1 year through 2 years of age) d) Preschool (3 years to 5 years of age). e) School Age (5 years to 12 years of age). f) Adolescent (12 years to 18 years of age g) Adult (18 years to 65 years of age). h) Geriatric (65 years of age and older).*Participates in continuing education and department meetings as certification.*Performs ultrasound procedures. *Responsible for maintaining all professional registrations and certifications mandated per policy and as set forth by TJC and other regulating agencies.*Responsible for stocking ultrasound area with proper supplies. *And other related duties as assigned.*May be assigned to work a shift or take call at any ultrasound site within Tanner Health System.*Responsible for maintenance of proper patient records. *Responsible for OA/AC programs. *Responsible for ultrasound maintenance on equipment including proper records.

Compliance Statement Employee performs within the prescribed limits of Tanner Health System's Ethics and Compliance program. Is responsible to detect, observe, and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor, the Compliance Officer, or the Hotline.