Sonographer

STATUS: Per Diem

LOCATION: Imaging Center - Crosskeys

DEPARTMENT: Imaging

SCHEDULE: Per Diem

SUMMARY

As a Sonographer, you play an important part in high-quality imaging exams needed to deliver quality care to our patients. Performs or assists in the performance of Vascular, Abdominal, OB/GYN, or Neurovascular Sonography exams. The primary objective is to obtain high-quality images and maximize the efficiency of the Radiologist or Neurologist while providing exceptional patient care and maintaining a consistent level of quality.

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 into doctors’ offices or nursing floors at the request of the Radiologist

• Room Preparation. Clean, stock, and prepare the room daily

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate OR Bachelor's Degree in Ultrasound required

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

• BLS Certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

PAY RANGE: $35.00 - $47.00

Salary : $35 - $47