Sonographer Pool

Valleywise Health System • Phoenix, AZ

18d

About The Position

Under the general direction of a qualified physician or supervisor, the Sonographer performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative, and assumes responsibility for assigned tasks and procedures. The role requires providing care appropriate to the ages of patients served and applying specialized technical skills, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and medical knowledge, including anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. The Sonographer correlates patient data and applies physics principles to obtain optimal images for diagnosis. The position is identified as a pool position and pays $50.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Radiography and/or a completed certificate program in Ultrasound.
• Certification in Sonography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in Abdomen or OB.
• BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center within three months.
• Valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety, or submission of a completed Affidavit at hire. The fingerprint clearance card application must be completed within seven days of hire, and the actual card presented within 90 days of applying.
• Knowledge of principles of growth and development across the life span and ability to assess and interpret patient-status information to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

• Two to three years of ultrasound experience.
• Certification in RVT or RVS.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative.
• Assume responsibility for assigned tasks and procedures.
• Provide care appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients served.
• Correlate related patient data and apply physics principles to obtain optimal images for diagnosis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree