Sonographer Radiology/UKHC

Sonographer Radiology/UKHC

Job Title - Sonographer Radiology/UKHC

Working Title - Radiology Sonographer

Department Name - Imaging Services

Work Location - Lexington, KY

Grade Level - 11

Salary Range - $33.42-45.70/hour

Type of Position - Staff

Position Time Status - Full-Time

Required Education - AS

Required Related Experience - No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification - Registered Sonographer RDMSand/orRTat time of hire, Basic Life Support certification viaAHAwithin 90 days of hire

Physical Requirements - Standing, Sitting, Walking, Lifting, Pushing, Pulling

Shift - The shift could vary. This position requires working some weekends, holidays, and during times of emergency. Call is required for this position (must be located within one hour).

Job Summary - The Radiology Sonographer will work in the Imaging Services Department of Good Samaritan Hospital providing high quality and efficient customer service to patients in this department. Job duties include: treat all customers (patients, faculty, staff, etc.) with respect and in a courteous, professional manner, maintain privacy and confidentiality, promote a positive work environment, provide communication regarding all aspects of care, such as explanations of exam or delay in service. This position is also required to acquire or maintainARDMScertification to ensure compliance with ourACRaccreditation, and to maintain required licensing with continuing education and comply with all departmental, state, and federal regulations. This position requires working weekends, holidays, and during times of emergency. Flex as requested to meet overall operational needs of the department, regardless of shift or assignment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities - Recent clinical ultrasound experience (within past 12 months) and/or completion of Sonography program preferred.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Preferred Education/Experience - The ideal candidate will have extensive customer service experience and be able to communicate in a calm and helpful manner during stressful and/or crisis situations. PACS,RIS, Ultrasound Physics, Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology are also desired.

Our University Community - We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you a registered sonographer through ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) or ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or eligible to obtain this certification by date of hire?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter