What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vascular Ultrasound Sonographer position at Northern Arizona Orthopaedics?
At The CORE Institute, we are dedicated to taking care of you so you can take care of business! Our robust benefits package includes the following:
- Competitive Health & Welfare Benefits
- Monthly $43 stipend to use toward ancillary benefits
- HSA with qualifying HDHP plans with company match
- 401k plan after 6 months of service with company match (Part-time employees included)
- Employee Assistance Program that is available 24/7 to provide support
- Employee Appreciation Days
- Employee Wellness Events
QUALIFICATIONS
- An associate’s degree in sonography from an accredited school
- Current state and ARDMS certification with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
- BLS Certification
- 2-3 years of experience as a Sonographer in a hospital or clinic environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Explaining sonographic procedures to patients, answering questions, preparing patients by applying the gel to the skin, and positioning the patients on the table.
- Ensuring clear images for diagnostic purposes and making adjustments to the sonographic equipment when necessary.
- Selecting and examining images, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas, and determining if the scope of the exam should be extended, based on preliminary findings.
- Presenting the sonograms and preliminary findings to the Physicians.
- Completing the appropriate documentation and maintaining patients' histories and medical records.
- Maintaining and cleaning the sonographic equipment.
- Create and maintain patient electronic medical record (EMR)
The Ultrasound Sonographer works directly with patients and uses sonographic equipment to record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, and bodily masses.
The CORE Institute team is dedicated to making the lives of others better by practicing exceptional patient care. If you would like to be part of a dedicated, dynamic healthcare team in a challenging, rewarding environment, The CORE Institute is the right place for you to grow your career.
Salary : $43