Sonographer II - On Call

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/ Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. Essential Responsibilities: Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. Prepares and positions patient for examination. Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.. Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film. Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination. Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. Orients new hires. Performs other related duties as necessary. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Grade: 852 Basic Qualifications: Experience N/A Education High School Diploma/GED required. License, Certification, Registration Basic Life Support The candidate must have 2 from the following list: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate - Breast Registered Vascular Technician Certificate Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Pediatric Echocardiogram Certificate Reg Diagnostic Med Sonographer Fetal Echocardiography Certification Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate - Ob-Gyn Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate - Abdomen Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Certificate Reg Diagnostic Med Sonographer Pediatric Sonography Certification Additional Requirements: NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire. Must demonstrate competency and perform both registered specialties routinely. Preferred Qualifications: N/A COMPANY: KAISER TITLE: Sonographer II - On Call LOCATION: San Francisco, California REQNUMBER: 1386371 External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr