Registered Ultrasound Technologist, Full Time, 32 Hours, Evening Shift

PIH Health; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health is seeking a Sonographer to perform high-frequency ultrasound examinations and contribute to patient care within an acute care setting. The ideal candidate completed an accredited ultrasonography program, holds CPR/BLS, RDMS/SDMS registration or equivalent, and has 3 years of acute care experience with strong anatomy knowledge, image interpretation skills and professional judgment.

You will demonstrate independent professional and ethical judgment, operate ultrasound equipment, and

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited ultrasonography program.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• RDMS/SDMS registration or equivalent.
• Three years' experience in sonography in an acute care facility.
• Strong knowledge of human anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Ultrasound interpretation

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Accredited ultrasonography program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment operation

Job description

The Sonographer is responsible for the administration of high frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques for medical purposes at the request of, and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. This position requires a highly skilled and competent professional who is considered to be an integral part of the health care team. Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology. Is expected to be competent in production, use, recognition and analysis of ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Required Skills

• Demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology
• Able to recognize patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure and exercises independent professional and ethical judgment.
• Competent in production, use, recognition and analysis of ultrasound images and patterns used for patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Critical thinking skills
• Good communication skills
• Computer skills

Required Experience

• Completion of an accredited course in ultrasonography.
• CPR/BLS – Basic Life Support
• Registered through RDMS, SDMS, or other comparable society
• Three (3) years’ experience in sonography inan acute care facility

Minimum Salary

$46.00