Registered Diagnostic Sonographer Peds Echo -PRN

University of Mississippi Medical Center

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About The Position

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Registered Diagnostic Sonographer for the Children's Ambulatory Echo department. This part-time position involves utilizing ultrasound equipment to perform diagnostic procedures, producing visual images of organs, tissues, or blood flow for interpretation by a physician. Responsibilities include scheduling patients, maintaining equipment, reporting failures, and performing quality assurance.

Requirements

• Meet educational and experience requirements for registration by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or ARRT Certified with Sonogram Endorsement.
• ARMDS or CCI registration in the area(s) of specialization or ARRT Certified with Sonogram Endorsement.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of ultrasound physics and instrumentation.
• Patient management skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Ability to allay patient anxiety.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations utilizing special equipment and devices.
• Explains testing procedures to patients and obtains relevant medical history.
• Selects appropriate equipment settings and positions patients for optimal diagnostic results.
• Views, records, and analyzes images, judging their suitability for diagnostic purposes.
• Communicates findings to appropriate personnel and maintains imaging data records.
• Maintains adequate supplies and equipment, reporting failures to the supervisor.
• Assumes responsibility for patient safety and provides comfort to patients.
• Promotes continuous improvement in workplace safety and infection control practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed