Wage Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville, Virginia, Evanston Township (VA, MN, IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated ultrasound technician to provide patient services utilizing medical ultrasound. This role involves performing ultrasound procedures, assisting physicians in diagnosing conditions, and ensuring quality assurance of equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in Allied Health and relevant certifications. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will directly contribute to patient care and diagnostic excellence. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Allied Health program required; Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred.
• ARRT (S), ARDMS (AB), and/or ARDMS (OB) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound procedures and record anatomical data for physician interpretation.
• Assist in gathering sonographic data necessary for diagnosis.

Skills

Patient services

Ultrasound procedures

Patient education

Quality assurance

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Allied Health

Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

BLS certification

Job description

Responsible for providing patient services using medical ultrasound under the supervision of a physician responsible for the use and interpretation of ultrasound procedures.

• Performs appropriate ultrasound procedures and records anatomical pathological and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
• Assists the physician in gathering sonographic data necessary to diagnose a variety of conditions and diseases.
• Obtains reviews and integrates pertinent patient medical history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimum diagnostic results.
• Provides patient education related to medical ultrasound.
• Records and processes sonographic data.
• Provides patient services in a variety of medical settings.
• Performs quality assurance checks on equipmentensuring proper safety standards are met.

• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Position Compensation Range: $30.74 - $49.18 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Graduate of an Allied Health program with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree required. A degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred.

Experience: No experience required.Diagnostic Medical Sonography experience preferred.

Licensure: ARRT (S), ARDMS (AB) and/or ARDMS (OB) certification required. Registered Vascular Technologist certification required within 12 mos. of hire. American Heart Associate (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: (computer keyboard). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to cold, dust, noise, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.