Diagnostic medical sonographer Jobs in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Job Summary :

Under general supervision, performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations and produces two & three dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs which are used by physicians to diagnose diseases. Delineate both normal and abnormal human anatomy as well as pathological conditions in the organs of the abdomen, superficial structures such as the human breast and musculoskeletal, pelvis, gravid uterus and other areas of the human body as well as obstetrics (e.g., maternal uterus and Adnexa, fetal biophysical profile, amniocentesis), and interventional procedures such as biopsies, aspirations and drainage procedures.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Demonstrates competence in the operation of diagnostic ultrasound equipment, real-time and mobile, to obtain quality diagnostic images.
• Performs specialized ultrasound exams / tests including but not limited to assisting physicians in sterile procedures, operating ultrasound equipment in the IR suite and / or other specialized applications such as localizations, aspirations and / or biopsies etc.
• Consistently and at all times : Selects appropriate transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ of interest, depth of field and other specifications of test, moves transducer by hand over area of interest and observes sound wave display screen in order to evaluate quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
• Enters test data and patient information into ultrasound equipment and / or applicable computer system(s) to record scan results and diagnostic data.
• Identifies and processes images and prepares images for physician interpretation.
• Utilizes ultrasonic imaging devices (i.e., transducers, monitors) in order to produce optimized image quality.
• Documents significant structures in accordance with the established department protocol including but not limited to : technical factors, patient variables, image annotation etc.
• Documents clinical activity in a timely, comprehensive and accurate manner.
• Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served.
• Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.
• Utilizes proper Body Mechanics.
• Documents clinical activities and required image information in a timely, comprehensive, and accurate manner.
• Observes all organizational, regional, medical service area and Diagnostic Imaging Department policies and procedures.
• Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional behavior in all interactions with patients and staff.
• Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.
• May perform other duties as required and assigned.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

Education

License, Certification, Registration

Additional Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Notes :

Primary Location : California,Fontana,Fontana Medical Center

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 20

Shift : Day

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Working Hours Start : 12 : 01 AM

Working Hours End : 11 : 59 PM

Job Schedule : Part-time

Job Type : Standard

Worker Location : Onsite

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : B07|IBT|Local 166

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Department : Fontana Med Center - Med Rcds-Radiology / Xray - 0806

Pay Range : $59.49 - $64.35 / hour

Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.