Sonography Technologist

UAB St. Vincent's; Trussville (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled sonographer to join their team in Trussville. This role involves utilizing advanced ultrasound technology to perform diagnostic procedures, ensuring high-quality imaging for patient care. In a collaborative and supportive environment, you'll have the opportunity to grow professionally while enjoying competitive pay and excellent benefits. If you're passionate about medical imaging and eager to make a difference in patient outcomes, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Licensure and certifications required within specified timeframes.
• High school diploma or equivalent with relevant experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures on patients.
• Ensure high-quality images and compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Ultrasound Technology

Diagnostic Procedures

Quality Control Procedures

Patient Care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or Technical degree

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department: Trussville Radiology
• Schedule: PRN
• Hospital: UAB Medicine St. Vincent’s Trussville
• Location: Trussville, AL

A sonographer at UAB Medicine St. Vincent’s Trussville will work with cutting-edge ultrasound technology in a collaborative and patient-focused environment that supports professional growth. With competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement, this is an ideal place to build a rewarding career in medical imaging.

What You Will Do

Perform diagnostic procedures on patients using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structure, providing quality images for interpretation.

• Set up and adjust all equipment and manually maneuver transducers to perform exams.
• Implement safety standards and perform appropriate quality control procedures.
• Perform routine and complex studies and assist in a variety of imaging procedures.
• Recognize significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations.
• Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Ensure prompt submission of high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers, and patient data/history).
• Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area, and any other areas in the department.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
• Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) issued by CCI obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Sonography credentialed from ARRT obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Registered Sonography Tech specializing in Vascular Sonography credentialed from ARDMS obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Cardiac Sonographer specializing in Vascular Sonography credentialed from ARDMS obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Cardiac Sonographer credentialed from ARDMS obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.