Diagnostic Medical Sonographer UAMS Health Benton/Bryant

General Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

The General Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for performing quality ultrasound images for medical interpretation within the UAMS Health Benton/Bryant location. The sonographer will perform a wide variety of ultrasound studies in collaboration with the ordering provider and reading Radiologists requests. This position requires rotational after hour/weekend and holiday call coverage. The sonographer will work closely with Radiologists to provide needed information to make an accurate diagnosis. The Sonographer will assist physicians in such procedures as renal biopsies, sonohysterograms and Lumason enhancement studies.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Graduate from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
• Registered with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or registry eligible.
• First Advanced Certification by the ARDMS must be obtained within 12 months from date of hire.
• Second Advanced Certification by the ARDMS must be obtained within 24 months from date of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• One (1) or more years of experience working as a sonographer
• Advanced Certification by the ARDMS

Responsibilities:

• Performs quality ultrasound imaging including Abdomen, Abdomen Doppler, Elastography, Renal, Pelvic (transabdominal and transvaginal), Neonatal (head, abdomen and spine), Ist, 2nd and 3rd Trimester Inhouse ob, Scrotal and Thyroid ultrasounds.
• Assists in procedures including biopsies, sonohysterograms and Lumason enhancement studies.
• Obtains, reviews, and integrates pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimal diagnostic results.
• Explains procedures while being compassionate towards patients.
• Performs advanced tests with portable equipment in patients' rooms when necessary.
• Maintains sonographic and other equipment in efficient operating order; assists with preventative maintenance on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Participates in various teaching and/or learning opportunities to further his/her own personal knowledge and to assist in expanding the knowledge of others.
• Performs additional manager or supervisor assigned duties.
• Other duties may be assigned to this position.

Physical Requirements:

• Constant Activity: Seeing, Hearing, Manipulating things with fingers (including keyboarding)
• Frequent Activity: Speaking, Standing, Walking, Repetitive motion
• Occasional Activity: Bending, Stooping, Reaching, Grasping
• Lift up to 150lbs.
• Lift to waist: 100lbs.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Benefits Eligible:

Yes