Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Ultrasound (Full-Time, Varied Shifts)

Responsibilities

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Prepares and performs ultrasound examinations on patients. Collaborates with physicians on examinations.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Essential: walking, twisting body, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking; reaching above and at shoulder level; repetitive arm/hand motions; static gripping of an object for prolonged periods; frequent gripping of an object.
• Continuous: sitting, reaching below shoulder level.
• Frequent: standing, stooping/bending, pushing/pulling maximum weight of 50 pounds.
• Occasional: sitting, kneeling, climbing stairs, squatting, lifting and carrying weight of 10 pounds up to 20 pounds.
• Operates ultrasound equipment and computer.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
• Must be able to adjust schedule for "on-call" coverage involving, but not limited to, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.
• May be assigned to work at other departments, within The Queen's Medical Center location.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
• Graduate of a CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) approved school of Ultrasound Technology or other approved program as determined by the department; or registered Radiologic Technologist with two (2) years supervised work/training in diagnostic ultrasound.
• Registered by ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in Abdomen and OB/GYN sonography. If only registered in one (1) certification upon hire, must obtain the other certification within twenty-four (24) months of entrance into the position.
• Current BLS/HCP certification.

B. EXPERIENCE:
• Prior recent experience as a diagnostic medical sonographer in acute health care facility preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet

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