Sonographer - PRN and Part-time presso Jersey Community Hospital

Description

Summary:

• Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age specific needs; provides age specific care.
• Demonstrates knowledge/skills to perform diagnostic Ultrasound procedures; recognizes normal/abnormal anatomy and pathology.
• Deviates from routine/extends scope of exam when incidental abnormality is identified; correlates clinical history with information obtained from exam.
• Ensures that patients are properly identified and prepared for procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge of techniques and equipment.
• Adjusts/operates equipment to obtain the correct application for each study.
• Transports patients to and from the department; assists in the general care of patients in the department.
• Answers the telephone, greets/directs patients and visitors, and performs other related clerical duties.
• Utilizes PACS to maintain accurate records; transfers studies to outside facilities, and/or copies studies to discs.
• Exhibits positive communication and interpersonal skills with patients, guests, physicians, technologists, and other JCH staff to ensure each patient receives excellent care.
• Other roles and responsibilities as assigned. 

 Job Status Available:  

•  Per-Diem - minimum of 2 shifts per month
• Part-Time      

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• ARDMS board certification required.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) preferred. 
• Echo vascular experience preferred.

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge/skills to meet certification/licensure/performance standards.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is of medium to heavy demand. 
• Routine lifting requirements of a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Stands and walks for most of the shift. 
• Lift­ing, pushing, pulling, sitting, bending, and reaching required. 
• May be exposed to infec­tious diseases. 
• Works inside. 

Benefits: Part-Time

• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program 

Benefits: PRN

• PTO
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance