Sonographer

Medical University of South Carolina; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a qualified sonographer to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams for the MCP network’s rural health facilities. The role requires HEI or higher education in diagnostic medical sonography, ARDMS certification, and BLS.

You will provide high-quality images and collaborate with clinicians to support patient care. The position is at MUSC Community Physicians, with hourly pay and a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred associates degree from an accredited allied health program (CAAHEP).
• Minimum two years experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
• ARDMS, RVS, or RT(VS) certification required.
• BLS certification from AHA or red cross is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment to image organs and tissues for diagnosis.
• Prepare and maintain patient records and images.
• Ensure image quality and proper documentation for physician review.
• Adhere to safety and infection control protocols.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree in allied health

Graduation from Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

ARDMS certification

BLS certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

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

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 aDiagnostic 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!

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.

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