Sonographer

Position Summary

Responsible for performing all aspects of patient exam activities at a technical level that will produce high-quality images consistent with established policies and procedures, typically requiring general supervision.

• Specializes in performing ultrasound diagnostic studies.
• Obtains patient history, explains standard procedures, and addresses patient concerns to foster a sense of comfort and confidence to patients and ensure the needs of individual patients are met.
• Operates and maintains all assigned ultrasound scanning equipment to ensure it works properly.
• Positions patients, selects appropriate transducers and machine settings and conducts scanning procedures to correctly capture the images requested by a physician.
• Maintains all required documentation, logs, charts, forms and records in paper and electronic formats.
• Completes quality assurance processes and practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients, staff, and self. Complies with The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols.
• Maintains an adequate supply of all consumables to perform quality testing.
• Performs all routine daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic maintenance and function checks following established protocol for all imaging equipment.
• May assist other areas of radiology as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from an approved school of medical sonography.
• Registration as Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).
• Current BLS certification.

• Supports the mission and vision of McLaren Port Huron through behaviors that reflect and integrate our values, as evidenced by observation, peer and customer feedback.
• Contributes to the efficient operation of the department.
• Maintains commitment to professional growth and development.

Additional Requirements Detail Available Upon Request

• Sedentary Work: Lifting up to 10 pounds; requires occasional walking and standing.
• Light Work: Lifting up to 20 pounds; involves walking/standing most of the time and occasional pushing/pulling of arms or legs.
• Medium Work: Lifting up to 50 pounds; frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 25 pounds or more.
• Heavy Work: Lifting up to 100 pounds; frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Very Heavy Work: Lifting in excess of 100 pounds; frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

• Schedule:
  
  Part-time
• Requisition :
• Daily Work Times:
  Varied
• Hours Per Pay Period: 40
• On Call:
  Yes
• Weekends:
  Yes