What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ultrasound Sonographer position at Reading Hospital?
Job Summary
Available Ultrasound Sonographer Positions:
M-F 12:00PM-8:30PM; Weekday Call, Holiday and Weekend Rotation
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Qualifications
Education Requirements
Overview
Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.
Available Ultrasound Sonographer Positions:
M-F 12:00PM-8:30PM; Weekday Call, Holiday and Weekend Rotation
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- Performs Ultrasound procedures according to established protocol to obtain diagnostic information as ordered by a licensed physician or their designated health care provider.
- Provides information to the patient about the purpose of the ultrasound procedure and responds to the patient's questions and concerns.
- Recognizes the patient's individuality and provides quality care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner using professional and ethical judgment.
- Maintains continued competence through lifelong learning, which includes continuing education, acquisition of specialty specific credentials, and recredentialing.
- Performs diverse imaging across the spectrum of sonography.
- Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
- Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
- Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!
Qualifications
Education Requirements
- Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
- Post High School Diploma Program
- Relevant Experience
- BLS Certification
- American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) (OB or AB) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) RT(S)
- American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) (RVT) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) RT(VS) is obtained within 18 months of hire
- Collaborative Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Listening Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Multitasking
- Strong Team Player
Overview
Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.