Sonographer - Radiology Ultrasound - Evenings (122)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,705 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

PSLF eligible

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL invites applications for an ultrasound technologist role. You will operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment, perform procedures on organs, vessels, and fetal assessments, and report preliminary findings to Radiology staff.

You will ensure image quality and proper transfer to the imaging system for interpretation. The position requires high school diploma or GED and recognized ultrasound credentials (RDCS/RDMS or ARRT RT(S)).

Qualifications

• RDCS or RDMS credential from ARDMS, or RT(S) from ARRT, or equivalent credential.
• Radiology route may require ARDMS or ARRT registrations within specified timelines.
• High attention to accuracy in image acquisition and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment and perform procedures on various organs and vessels.
• Report preliminary findings and measurements to Radiologist or Cardiologist.
• Record scanned images and transfer to imaging system after quality checks.

Skills

RDCS/RDMS credential

ARRT RT(S) credential

Ultrasound proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $30.70 - $39.90 / hour

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

To operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment and perform ultrasound procedures on various anatomical internal organs, vessels, fluid accumulations, masses, and developing fetuses. To report preliminary findings, measurements, and diagnoses to appropriate personnel (Radiologist or Cardiologist). To record scanned ultrasound images and transfer to imaging system for interpretation after checking for quality.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required. Currently credentialed as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OR currently registered as a Registered Technologist with Sonography Designation (R.T.(S)(ARRT)) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR currently credentialed as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) in area(s) of specialization OR applicable registration within one (1) year for new graduates required. For Radiology department, two routes are accepted: ARDMS: currently registered as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or a student/new graduate eligible to sit for exam with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). ARDMS abdomen or OB/GYN registry required within 12 months of hire into classification. ARRT: currently registered as a Registered Technologist (R.T.) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Advanced certification in Sonography (R.T.(S)) required within 12 months of hire into classification. For either route (ARDMS or ARRT) in Radiology department, ARDMS Registered Vascular Technology (RVT), ARRT Vascular Sonography (VS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) required within 24 months of hire into classification.