Sonographer I - PRN

UAB St. Vincent's•Oneonta, AL

13d

About The Position

The Sonographer I performs diagnostic imaging procedures using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structures, producing quality images for interpretation. The role involves setting up and adjusting equipment, maneuvering transducers, conducting routine and complex studies, and assisting with other imaging procedures. The Sonographer follows safety and quality-control standards, identifies significant anatomy, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations, and helps ensure equipment is functioning properly. The role also includes submitting high-quality images and associated patient information to PACS, maintaining orderly departmental areas, and complying with regulatory requirements. This position is in the Imaging Department at UAB St Vincent's Blount. The schedule is PRN with rotating on-call duties. Benefits are available only for eligible positions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience, or an associate's degree, or a technical degree.
Within 12 months of hire or transfer, obtain registration as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or as a Registered Technologist (R.T.) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with advanced certification in Sonography (R.T.(S)).
For work at an Independent Diagnostic Testing Facility (IDTF), hold RDMS registration or ARRT R.T. registration with advanced certification in Sonography (R.T.(S)) upon hire.
Obtain an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider credential within 1 month (30 days) of hire or job transfer.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic procedures using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structures and provide quality images for interpretation.
Set up and adjust equipment and manually maneuver transducers to perform examinations.
Implement safety standards and perform appropriate quality-control procedures.
Perform routine and complex studies and assist with a variety of imaging procedures.
Recognize significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations.
Ensure equipment is functioning properly and report potential problems or malfunctions to appropriate personnel; lock or tag out equipment when appropriate.
Submit high-quality images and documentation promptly to PACS, ensuring image quality, correct lead markers, and accurate patient data and history.
Help maintain clean and orderly procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage areas, and other departmental spaces.
Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.