Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - FT
Performs ultrasound examinations of patients as requested by referring physicians. Essential Functions: - Greets patient, explains ultrasound procedure, answers questions. - Selects the appropriate machine probe to be used to obtain diagnostic information requested by referring physician. - Applies gel to patient's skin, applies probe, monitors equipment to obtain ultrasound images. - Processes film reviews images to confirm that images meet radiologist's requirements. - Prepares initial diagnosis by identifying abnormal conditions for review by radiologist. - Uses ultrasound equipment to assist providers to conduct invasive procedures. - Maintains equipment examination room, stores film, keeps inventory of related supplies. - Prepares patient information files w/ patient identification, date of exam, referring physician, exam performed. - Prepares submits reports showing the number type of examinations conducted. - Performs other related duties as directed. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - 1 year of full time experience as a sonographer required. - High School diploma/GED required. - Completion of an ARDMS accredited or equivalent program in ultrasound technology required. - Current certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS) in abdomen /or OB/GYN required. - Non-Registered Sonographers may be considered; however, Sonographers must have met experience, education, training requirements; upon hire, Sonographer must sit for pass abdomen /or OB/GYN Registry w/in 1 year of employment. - CPR Certification required. Preferred Qualifications: - Certifications such as breast or RVT preferred.