Sonographer II

General Summary

Responsible for the independent, competent performance of all procedures according to set protocols in both cardiac and vascular ultrasound. Ensures procedures are performed within designated time frames with appropriate order. Safely and proficiently operates ultrasound and associated equipment. Recognizes significant and life-threatening abnormalities, acquires appropriate diagnostic information, and images and accurately communicates and documents results of diagnostic examinations in preliminary reports. Performs job duties in multiple venues, including hospital, clinic, and multiple mobile sites. Responsible for organizing and assisting with daily operations of the echo/vascular laboratory. Thoroughly completes all paperwork, including patient scheduling and communication, documentation, report distribution and charges. Responsible for maintaining supplies, reporting equipment failures, and assisting with quality assessment (QA), protocol development, IAC accreditation and PACs implementation.

Principal Job Functions

• Commits to the KRMC mission, vision, values and goals and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• Responsible for the independent, competent performance of all procedures according to set protocols in both cardiac and vascular ultrasound. Ensures procedures are performed within designated times frames with appropriate order.
• Safely and proficiently operates ultrasound and associated equipment. Recognizes significant and life-threating abnormalities, acquires appropriate diagnostic information, and images and accurately communicates and documents results of diagnostic examinations in preliminary reports. Performs job duties in multiple venues, including hospital, clinic and multiple mobile sites.
• Responsible for organizing and assisting with daily operations of the echo/vascular laboratory. Thoroughly completes all paperwork, including patient scheduling and communication, documentation, report distribution and charges.
• Responsible for maintaining supplies, reporting equipment failures, and assisting with quality assessment (QA), protocol development, IAC accreditation and PACs implementation.
• F freely shares knowledge and skills to encourage growth and development of the Sonographer I, encouraging and assisting with cross training.

Education And Experience

• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or Cardiovascular Technology Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is required.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or health related field is preferred.
• Credential in the Following Registry Specialties Required: Adult Cardiac Sonography: RDCS-AE (ARDMS) -or- RCS (CCI); Vascular Technology: RVT (ARDMS) -or- RVS (CCI).

Other Credentials / Certifications

• Basic Life Support (CPR) with AED certification required within 30 days of start date.