Ultrasound Sonographer - 7on/7off - Evenings (1300-2300)

Job SummaryThe Sonographer performs sonography procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail and performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment with ingenuity to apply prescribed sonography for diagnosis.  The Sonographer assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures and may have individual responsibility for specified sonography procedures and/or may be assigned as an instructor.Core Job ResponsibilitiesVerifies physician’s orders in patient’s chart, prescription and on scheduleExplains the test to the patient.  Instructs and assists the patient in assuming the physical position for examinationAble to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedurePerforms all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errorsSelects a transducer and adjusts the equipment controls according to the organ to be examined, the depth of field and other specifications of testEnters test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test resultsPerforms all quality control checks, as prescribedSchedules patients to provide orderly flow of procedures through departmentPerform other duties as required. Education/Experience RequirementsREQUIRED:High School degreePREFERRED:2-3 years relevant job experience in a Healthcare setting under a Board Certified RadiologistLicensure/Certification RequirementsREQUIRED:American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certificationBCLS certificationDisclaimerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job DetailsReq Id  94084 Department  ULTRASOUND - MVHS Shift EveningsShift Hours Worked  9.50FTE 0.79 Work Schedule  CWA-UFCSM - 7 ON 7 OFFEmployee Status A3 - 7 On/7Off Union 2005 - CWAPay Range $37 - $53.76 Per Hour#GP01