Sonographer

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) in Sumter, SC seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to perform ultrasound imaging and support physicians in diagnosis and treatment planning.

Requirements include 2+ years as a diagnostic sonographer, ARDMS/ARRT credentials, and BLS certification. This is an employee role with a 40-hour work week and E-Verify participation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associates degree from a CAAHEP-accredited program preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer; 2–4 years vascular experience preferred.
• Licensure: RVT/RVS/RT(VS) per ARRT/CCI/ARRT; BLS certification required.
• RDMS (AB, OB/GYN) or RT(S) is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound exams of internal organs and tissues to assist diagnosis.
• Assist physicians with interpretation and patient diagnosis planning.
• Maintain ultrasound equipment and ensure patient comfort and safety.

Skills

Ultrasound Imaging

Vascular Sonography

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates Degree in aCAAHEP-accredited allied health program

Tools

ARDMS RVT RVS RT(VS)

BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

Job Description Summary

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) is an entity within the Medical University of South Carolina that provides healthcare to patients within the rural health network throughout the state of South Carolina.

A sonographer uses ultrasound high-frequency sound waves to take images of the body's internal organs and tissues to assist doctors with diagnosing and monitoring a variety of conditions and diseases.

Entity: MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Cost Center: CC005267 MCP - Charleston - Sumter Multispecialty

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Pay Grade: Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift

Job Description

A sonographer uses ultrasound high-frequency sound waves to take images of the body's internal organs and tissues to assist doctors with diagnosing and monitoring a variety of conditions and diseases. A sonographer is also known as a diagnostic medical sonographer or an ultrasound technician.

Minimum Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED required. Preferred Associates Degree from a two-year allied health education program that is patient care related and is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). (Allied health occupations include, but are not limited to, diagnostic medical sonographer, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist, and registered nurse.)

Minimum two years of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. 2-4 years of experience in Vascular Sonography desired.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registration:

• RVT (ARDMS), RVS (CCI), or RT(VS) (ARRT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA)
• RDMS (AB, OB/GYN) or RT(S) is acceptable

Additional Job Description

Education: Graduation from a school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Work Experience 0-2 years. Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Equal Opportunity and E-Verify

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees