SONOGRAPHER II, WOMEN'S HEALTH PATTERSON

Description

Location: WOMEN'S HEALTH - PATTERSON
Department: WOMEN'S HEALTH - PATTERSON
Schedule: Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift, 8-5 M-Th; 8-12 Fri

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs a variety of duties in performing ultrasound imaging. Performs initial interpretation and evaluation of procedure. Maintains standards of quality. Operates ultrasound equipment, prepares scanning room, equipment, supplies and medications. Provides patient services using imaging modalities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Certified by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists in Sonography (ARRT), or Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS). 
• Two years’ experience as a Staff Ultrasound Technologist or deemed qualified by Supervisor. 
• 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), 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.