Sonographer I, PRN, Lexington Medical Center

Position Highlights:

• Location: Lexington, NC - Lexington Medical Center

• Schedule: PRN

What You Will Need:

• Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S).

• One of the following registries are required: Abdomen (AB), or Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).

• BLS certification is required.

• Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program required in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound.

What You'll Do:

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.  

• Assists Radiologist in performing invasive procedures.  

• Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department.  

• Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.  

• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.  

• Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.  

• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.  

• Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers.

• Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance.

• Work requires walking, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting during normal operation.

• Requires mental skills to read and comprehend patient orders and technical materials.

• Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment.

•  Intact sense of sight and hearing

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.