Sonographer | Clinic OB/GYN | PRN

Position Highlights

Hours: Day shift, PRN (as needed)

What You Will Do

• Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures as ordered by physicians.
• Explains procedures to patients to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
• Positions patients.
• Selects appropriate transducer, depending upon depth of field, organ to be identified, etc.
• Conducts scanning procedures using ultrasound equipment.
• Moves scanner over specified body areas, adjusts equipment to focus.
• Makes hard copy images as directed; documents tests.
• Aids physician in such procedures as amniocentesis, etc.
• Participates in the quality assessment and improvement plan, assuming responsibility for specific quality control duties.
• Aids with staff/student on-the-job training and orientation.
• Aids physicians and enters data into report system.
• Monitors inventory of supplies, orders and expired items and notify appropriate individual when stock is low.

Essential Qualifications

• The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.

Required Education, License/Certification, Or Work Experience

• Associate's Degree in Sonography or Associates or certificate of completion from an accredited School of Radiology.
• RDMS (OB/GYN) - American Registry For Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) within 1 Year

Preferred Education, License/Certification, Or Work Experience

• 1-3 years of additional ultrasound experience/training in OB/GYN

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.