What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Sonographer, Full-Time position at CAMERON HEALTH?
Cameron Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit facility that proudly serves Angola and Steuben County. We’ve been a cornerstone of this community and the surrounding area in northeast Indiana dating back to 1926. Over the years, we’ve helped generation after generation of area residents enjoy better health and live comfortably. Today, Cameron Hospital has grown into something more than a simple community hospital. Filled with advanced equipment and skilled specialists, Cameron is a modern, high-tech facility that provides advanced diagnostics, a variety of specialties and cutting-edge treatment options that are combined with highly personalized and compassionate care.
DEPARTMENT: Imaging
JOB TITLE: Ultrasound Sonographer
SHIFT: 80 Hours Bi-Weekly
BENEFITS: Benefit Eligible
COMPETITIVE PAY:
- SHIFT PREMIUMS
- WEEKEND PREMIUMS
QUALIFICATIONS
- Be in good standing with the A.R.D.M.S.
- RVT preferred but not required.
- Be able to transport and lift with help, patients weighing up to 250 lbs.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Technical Director and the Radiologist, perform general Ultrasound procedures including, vascular, abdominal, and OB/GYN assessments according to physician orders. Employees required to take call.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- Exemplifies good customer service.
- Regular reliable attendance.
- Ability to get along with others.
- Demonstrates proficient use of email.
- Transport patients.
- Demonstrate effective communication with patients, peers, and providers.
- Process images and make sure they are of good quality before pushing images into the PACS for physician interpretation.
- Assist the radiologist to perform procedures, as needed.
- Perform quality review surveys when needed by the technical director.
- Explain procedures and monitor patients to ensure safety during exams.
- Attend required meetings.
- Maintain a professional approach to patient confidentiality.
- Have a working knowledge of the equipment in your assigned specialized area.
- Obtain comprehensive clinical histories from patients.
- Take and pass CPR within 1 month of hire.
- Communicate Ultrasound findings to the provider.
- Maintain the proper operation of ultrasound equipment.