Sonographer

STATUS: Per Diem

LOCATION: Newark-Wayne Community Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Radiology

SCHEDULE: Per Diem

On call: 1 weekend a month.

SUMMARY

As a Sonographer, you play an important part in high-quality imaging exams needed to deliver quality care to our patients.

The Rochester Regional Health Imaging and Radiology team is led by subspecialty and board-certified radiologists, nurses, and technicians providing the highest quality diagnostic and treatment imaging services to the Western, Central, and Finger Lakes New York communities.

Our teams pride themselves on providing the most advanced imaging and radiology services that guide how treatment plans and care decisions are made throughout our region.

ATTRIBUTES

• Compassionate, warm, and patient-focused

• Strong attention to detail

• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ultrasound Scans. Perform abdominal, vascular, OB/GYN, and/or transcranial Doppler ultrasound scans; produce ultrasound images and obtain all required measurements; assist attending physicians with invasive procedures under sonographic guidance

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

• Documentation. Note performance of scans in patient charts and complete preliminary reporting; phone preliminary reports in to doctor’s offices or nursing floors at the request of the Radiologist

• Room Preparation. Clean, sto,ck and prepare the room daily.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate or a Bachelor's Degree in Ultrasound is required

• Required Licensure/Certification: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).