Ultrasound Tech-Ultrasound; Evenings

Primary Skills Utilized/Learned

• Utilizes ultrasound equipment to perform a variety of diagnostic medical sonograms to aid in the diagnosis of disease in neonates through adult patients.
• Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology program with an advanced certification in Sonography (Abdominal and OB/GYN).
• Possess the Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) credential from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) with specialties in Abdomen (AB) or Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN).
• Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program and registered by the ARDMS within 1 year of employment with an AB or OB/GYN specialty.
• Registration in the following specialties must be obtained within 3 years of employment: OB/GYN, Abdominal, and Pediatric*.
• Valid BLS Certification from the AHA or obtains within the standard probationary period.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Physical Requirements

• May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day.
• May need to lift, pull or push over 50 lbs.
• May need to sit or stand for extended periods.
• See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.