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Sonographer (PRN)
Sonographer (PRN)Monroe County Hospital • Forsyth, GA, US
Sonographer (PRN)

Sonographer (PRN)

Monroe County Hospital • Forsyth, GA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

Position : Sonographer, PRN

Required Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with registry certification in Sonography or graduate of a formal diagnostics medical sonography program and registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or become registry eligible and successfully completes registry within 1 year of employment.
  • Current, valid AHA Healthcare Provider training (BCLS).
  • Demonstrated ability to perform ultrasound procedures in accordance with the policies and protocols in effect (assessed within 90 days of hire).
  • Familiarity with the technology related to practice in the assigned functional sections.

Summary / Objective

The Sonographer position performs a variety of high quality, diagnostic ultrasound procedures along with performing M-mode 2D and Doppler Echocardiography.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

  • Performs high quality sonograms. Must be competent with various types of equipment and perform a wide variety of procedures.
  • Performs echocardiography to include M-mode, 2D and Doppler Echocardiography.
  • Follows exam-specific protocols established by profession and radiologists.
  • Calculates M-mode, 2D, and Doppler measurements.
  • Exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures.
  • Provides patient care essential to sonography procedures.
  • Assists radiologist during procedures as required.
  • Complete documentation associated with procedures.
  • Applies age related factors appropriately to patients from pediatrics to geriatrics.
  • Maintains professional relationships with members of medical staff, hospital staff, and patients.
  • Maintains patient film and records as required by policies and procedures.
  • Reviews image quality and completeness of each procedure to maintain high image quality standards.
  • Ensures operation of ultrasound equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturers instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
  • Maintains competency in sonography technology.
  • Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiates life support measures.
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