SONOGRAPHER III, DASHER HEART CTR PROF FEES

Description

Location: Professional Building
Department: Dasher Heart Center Prof Fees
Schedule: PRN, 8 HR Day Shift, 8:30-5:00

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Performs a variety of duties in performing routine and special ultrasound imaging. Performs vascular and arterial studies in ultrasound imaging. Performs initial interpretation and evaluation of procedure. Maintains standards of quality. Assists the CV physicians in performing ultrasound-guided interventional procedures. Operates ultrasound equipment and prepares scanning room, equipment, supplies and medications. Provides patient services using imaging modalities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: 

• Graduate of an approved school of Radiology Technology or Sonography that meets requirements to sit for the certification test given by the ARRT or ARDMS
• Certified by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists in Radiology—ARRT preferred or Certified by the Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers—RDMS or Certification as a Registered Vascular Technologist by the ARDMS or CCI is required. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of personnel at all levels within and external to organization. 
• Ability to communicate clearly with, and care for, a diverse population of patients/family units of all ages, variety of cultures, etc. 
• Flexible in work schedule, assignments and work load. 
• Ability to document clinical information, etc. 
• Ability to interpret the policies and procedures of South Georgia Medical Center, regulatory agencies’ standards and rules, reimbursement rules, etc. 
• Strong clinical skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS- ADA INFORMATION: 

Duties require considerable sitting, standing, stooping bending, lifting (in excess of 50 pounds), and pushing objects (wheelchairs, stretchers). Comfortable conditions, subject to irregular schedules, including weekends, exposed to high levels of stress. Work may require exposure to communicable diseases.