Sonographer

Atrium Health; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonography professional to examine requests, verify orders, and assist Radiologists in procedures within a patient-centered radiology department.

The role requires ARDMS/ARRT (S) certification, AB or OB/GYN registry, a BLS credential, and graduation from an accredited ultrasound program. The selected candidate will maintain equipment, support accurate exams, and uphold professional standards in a busy radiology setting.

Qualifications

• ARDMS/ARRT (S) certification required.
• Registry in Abdomen (AB) or OB/GYN (OB/GYN) required.
• BLS certification required.
• Graduate of a comprehensive diagnostic ultrasound program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
• Assists Radiologist in performing invasive procedures.
• Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department.
• Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.
• Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.
• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.
• Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always.

Skills

ARDMS/ARRT (S) certification

AB/OB-GYN registry

BLS certification

Education

Sonography program graduate

Job description

• Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S).


• One of the following registries are required: Abdomen (AB), or Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).


• BLS certification is required.


• Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program required in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound.

What You'll Need

• Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S).


• One of the following registries are required: Abdomen (AB), or Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).


• BLS certification is required.


• Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program required in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound.

What You'll Do

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.


• Assists Radiologist in performing invasive procedures.


• Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department.


• Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.


• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.


• Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.


• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.


• Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers.


• Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance.


• Work requires walking, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting during normal operation.


• Requires mental skills to read and comprehend patient orders and technical materials.


• Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment.


• Intact sense of sight and hearing

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.