Sonographer II

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About the Role

The Sonographer, Level II, is accomplished in two or more of the following applications: General (abdominal, OB-GYN, small parts, neurosonology and breast) and Vascular Technology (carotid, venous and arterial), and presents the findings to the interpreting radiologist on the level appropriate with the ARDMS level II Sonographer.

Responsibilities

• Performs Ultrasound examinations in different specialties, including:
  • General Ultrasound (Abdomen, Pelvic, Renal, Thyroid, Scrotal, Breast, MSK, Neurosonology, and Pediatrics; Assisting with Interventional Procedures, including biopsies, aspirations, localizations, Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, and OR/Cath Lab guidance).
  • OB Ultrasound (First and 2nd Trimester OB, D & E Procedures, and amniocentesis).
  • Vascular Ultrasound (Abdominal Vasculature, Venous Extremities, Arterial Extremities, Carotid Doppler, Renal Arterial Doppler, TIPS, Grafts, and ABI/Toe Pressures).
• Analyzes patient's general body configuration to determine the most acceptable examination approach.
• Assists with introduction or placement and the application of various ultrasound transducers.
• Assists with introduction or placement of intracavity devices, as well as needles designed for biopsy or amniocentesis.
• Provides portable examinations at bedside as requested by attending physicians and processes the documenting video film.
• Performs high-level disinfection on transducers as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• ARDMS-eligible by date of hire.
• ARDMS-certified in Abdomen and Vascular Certification (RVT) within one year of employment.
• OB/GYN certification at a minimum by two years of employment.
• Graduate of an Accredited Ultrasound Program.
• Training specific to the operation and use of Ultrasound scanners.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in ultrasound (desired).

Benefits

• Medical, vision and dental insurance.
• On-demand virtual health care.
• Health Savings Account.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution).
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation.
• Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance.
• Voluntary identity theft protection.
• Voluntary legal insurance.
• Pay in lieu of benefits premium program.
• Free parking.
• Commuter benefits.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), Local 21. Union membership is optional.

Pay

$49.57 - $82.68 per hour