Cardiac Sonographer - Part-Time

Ultra Sonographer

The ultra sonographer is a registered or registry eligible technologist who is responsible for the sonography needs of the patient while in the radiology department.

Job responsibilities include:

• Making an initial assessment of and determining the needs of the day
• Ensuring that each patient receives safe, optimal care through appropriate planning and implementation of procedures
• Recognizing job relationships and functioning effectively with the organizational structure
• Assuming responsibility for continued professional growth
• Performing other duties as assigned by the department director or administrator

Education/licensure requirements:

• Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers after completing an approved educational program, complying with the ethical and character standards
• Passing individual modality exams in abdomen, GYN, vascular, and echocardiograms as necessary
• Participating in CEU programs and hospital in-service education

Physical requirements:

• Ability to stand, turn, and stoop while operating equipment and developing films
• Ability to reach for, lift, and carry equipment which can be moderately heavy
• Assisting patients into position for procedures
• Visual acuity

Experience requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited two-year radiology program
• Current license with annual renewal
• Previous experience in ultrasound and radiology with cross training in CT desired
• Thorough knowledge of principles of ultrasound and radiology; knowledge of computed tomography is desirable
• Knowledge of current trends and techniques in ultrasound and radiology; computed tomography knowledge is desirable
• Identifying own learning needs and seeking opportunities for self development utilizing professional literature and other formal continuing education opportunities