Ultrasonographer

About the role

The Ultrasonographer is responsible for using diagnostic medical equipment to diagnose various medical conditions. Sonography , or ultrasonography, is the use of sound waves to generate an image for assessment and diagnosis. The Ultrasonographer may specialize in obstetric/gynecol ogic, abdominal, neurosonography or breast sonography .

Responsibilities

• Spreads gel on the skin to aid in the transmission of sound waves .
• Operate s special equipment to direct nonionizing, high-frequency sound waves into areas of the patient's body. The equipment collects reflected echoes and forms an image that may be videotaped, transmitted, or photographed for interpretation and diagnosis by a physician.
• Views the screen during the scan, looking for visual cues that contrast healthy areas with unhealthy ones. Selects images to show the physician for diagnostic purposes. Takes measurements, calculates values, and analyzes the results in a preliminary report for the physicians.
• Keeps patient records and adjusts/maintains equipment.
• Complies with safety, infection control, and quality improvement policies/procedures.
• P erforms other duties as assigned.
• What We Expect from You
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in sonography from an accredited s c hool.
• Current RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) Certificatio n
• Current CPR certification
• Minimum of one y ears of experience working as a certified Ultrasonographer
• Reasoning Ability
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have thorough knowledge in computer information systems.
• Physical Demands
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Work Environment
• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Other Duties
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• Travel
• Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.
• Salary Range
• $32.53 - $38.22 per hour
• The compensation range listed reflects the anticipated base pay for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, education, skills, and work location.
• What We are Offer You
• At U.S. Urology Partners, we are guided by four core values. Every associate living the core values makes our company an amazing place to work. Here "Every Family Matters"
• Compassion
• Make Someone's Day
• Collaboration
• Achieve Possibilities Together
• Respect
• Treat people with dignity
• Accountability
• Do the right thing
• Beyond competitive compensation, our well-rounded benefits package includes a range of comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, HSA / FSA, 401(k) matching, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more.
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