Medical Sonographer 1-3

State of Louisiana; Independence (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center is seeking a Medical Sonographer to perform ultrasound procedures in the Radiology Department and support patient care in the Florida Parishes region of Southeast Louisiana.

Eligible for ARDMS or CCI credentials; duties include setup, scanning, calibration, and assisting in procedures with daily record-keeping. Work hours vary and compensation includes premium pay up to $2.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• ARDMS or CCI credentials eligible.
• Daily records maintained.
• Experience with abdominal, obstetric, vascular imaging preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs B-mode and real-time scanning of abdomen, GYN, Retroperitoneal, breast, thyroid, renal, vascular (non-peripheral), doppler, and obstetrical.
• Operates ultrasound equipment and computer-based storage systems.
• Calibrate ultrasound equipment as required.
• Sets up and assists in surgical and biopsy procedures.
• Maintains accurate daily records.

Skills

Ultrasound tech

Real-time imaging

B-mode scanning

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center is a 24-bed acute care critical access hospital serving the Florida Parishes region of Southeast Louisiana. We offer a wide range of services including general surgery and a 24-hour emergency department. At Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center, we are able to bring you a wide range of services close to home, provided by a network of board-certified physicians.

MISSION

Providing quality healthcare that strengthens the health and well-being of our community.

This Medical Sonographer position performs a variety of specialized technical procedures that require the usage of ultrasound technology within the Radiology Department.

Eligible for registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS).

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties

• Performs B-mode and real-time scanning of all organ systems to include abdomen, GYN, Retroperitoneal, breast, thyroid, renal, vascular (non-peripheral), doppler, and obstetrical.
• Operates sophisticated equipment and computer-based storage systems.
• Calibrate ultrasound equipment as required.
• Sets up and assist in surgical and biopsy procedures.
• Maintains accurate records on a daily basis.

Position Specific Details

• Appointment Type: Probational
• Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Medical Sonographer 1, 2, or 3.
• Work Schedule: Work hours vary and will be set by Manager.
• Compensation: This position is eligible for premium pay of up to $2.00 per hour.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Mandy Pierre

Lallie Kemp Medical Center - Human Resources

52579 Hwy 51 South, Independence, LA 70443

Office [phone]

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