Diagnostic Medical Sonographer FT

McPherson Hospital•McPherson, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Produces high quality images for accurate interpretation while working collaboratively with other healthcare team members toward the best outcome for the patient and organization. This is a Full Time Days position.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent formal training program.
RDMS RVT(VT) required
Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (Exempt if Sonogram only)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Neonate through Geriatric
Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.
Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, & noise.
Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking/pushing, climbing, and lifting material or patients of > 50lbs.

Nice To Haves

Proficient in or ability and willingness to learn procedures in multiple modalities to assure adequate workload coverage.
OB/GYN, AB, AE preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform Ultrasound procedures using proper positioning and protocols for optimal diagnostic value in the outpatient, inpatient and clinic setting.
Maintain working knowledge of equipment with ability to manipulate and maneuver safely as well as recognize malfunctions for safety of patient and operator.
Ability to learn and maintain a working knowledge of current HIS, RIS and PACS systems utilized within the department to ensure timely and accurate patient records.
Obtain proper patient identification and medical history needed to ensure consistent and accurate patient care.
Use safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
Willingness to take evening and weekend call on a rotation basis with other Ultrasound Technologists in the Department.