Sonographer II PD

Cottage Health • Santa Barbara, CA

9d

About The Position

Operates sonographic and other related equipment and assists physicians as necessary to complete diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures for patients of all ages. Has a thorough knowledge of anatomy and pathology as it relates to ultrasound imaging. Coordinates patient flow and responsible for producing quality images efficiently and safely. Mentors new sonographers.

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of anatomy and pathology as it relates to ultrasound imaging
• General, OB/GYN, Small Part, and procedure assistance experience.
• Vascular ultrasound experience.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Able to prioritize exams utilizing established department protocols.
• Strong interpersonal skills that reflect a positive attitude and a sense of commitment to patients, work associates, and community.
• Able to communicate effectively and professionally with patients, physicians and fellow employees, orally and in writing, pursuant to the CHS English Proficiency and Usage Policy.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate from a two (2) year Allied Health Ultrasound Program, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and one (1) year of full-time, supervised scanning as a student sonographer, in a hospital setting.
• 2 RDMS, or 1 RDMS and 1 RVT, from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and 2 years of experience working as a sonographer in a hospital or outpatient imaging center environment, performing general and vascular exams OR1 RDMS, or 1 RVT, from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and 5 years of experience working as a sonographer in a hospital or outpatient imaging center environment, performing general and vascular exams.
• General, OB/GYN, Small Part, and procedure assistance experience.
• Vascular ultrasound experience.
• One (1) year of non-imaging transcranial Doppler (TCD) training.
• 1 year, full time, in a hospital setting, preforming general and vascular ultrasound exams, independently, post-graduation.

Responsibilities

• Operates sonographic and other related equipment
• Assists physicians as necessary to complete diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures for patients of all ages
• Coordinates patient flow
• Responsible for producing quality images efficiently and safely
• Mentors new sonographers

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees