Ultrasound Technologist, Full Time, 32 Hours, Days

PIH Health • Whittier, CA

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About The Position

The Sonographer administers high-frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques for medical purposes at the request of, and for interpretation by, a licensed independent practitioner. This highly skilled professional is an integral part of the health care team and must understand human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology. The role requires competence in producing, using, recognizing, and analyzing ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment.

PIH Health is a nonprofit regional healthcare network serving approximately 3 million residents in Los Angeles County, Orange County, and the San Gabriel Valley. Its integrated network includes three hospitals, outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty physician group, home healthcare and hospice services, and a range of specialty and urgent and emergency care services. The organization is nationally recognized for patient care and patient experience, as well as healthcare technology and quality of care.

Requirements

• Demonstrated understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to recognize patient conditions essential for successful completion of procedures and exercise independent professional and ethical judgment.
• Competence in producing, using, recognizing, and analyzing ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer high-frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques for medical purposes at the request of a licensed independent practitioner.
• Produce, use, recognize, and analyze ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Recognize patient conditions essential to successful completion of procedures and exercise independent professional and ethical judgment.

What This Job Offers

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