Sonographer

Welcome. We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us. To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. The Ultrasound Technologist is qualified by professional credentialing and/or academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures. Responsible for the independent operation of ultrasound equipment, and for performing and communicating results of diagnostic examinations, under the supervision of the physician. Responsible for daily operations of equipment, patient schedule, maintenance/sterilization, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Graduate of approved school and/or certification, RDMS/RVT/CCI-RCS certification as applicable. 2. If hired after 1/1/2019, Obtain Ultrasound Registration within One (1) year of hire. If hired before 1/1/2019, Obtain Ultrasound Registration must be obtain by 12/31/2019. 3. Department Specific: If hired after 1/1/2019, Ultrasound Registered in OB/GYN, Abdomen and Small Parts within One (1) year of hire. If hired before 1/1/2019, Ultrasound Registered in OB/GYN, Abdomen and Small Parts must be obtain by 12/31/2019. 4. Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of hire. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Prepares and explains exams to patients while assessing the patient's needs related to comfort, hygiene and range of motion and provides support accordingly. 2. Assures that all required consent, history and screening forms are completed and verified by signature of customer and/or legal guardian and/or physician, and/or technologist prior to performing procedure. 3. Plans and produces ultrasound images of diagnostic quality on patients with the selection of appropriate scanning and imaging parameters forwarding completed exams to physician for evaluation. 4. Demonstrates appropriate level of knowledge and technical aspects of the position, maintaining professional and technical competencies as required by the organization, the accreditation and licensing bodies (where applicable). PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Working closely with others. 2. Protracted or irregular hours. 3. Working around biohazards. 4. Working around infectious diseases. 5. Working with or near the deceased. 6. Working with hands in water. 7. Electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Interpersonal skills necessary in order to instruct and comfort patients and their families, and maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel, recognize and reinforce positive efforts of all coworkers and address personnel problems in a tactful and timely manner. 2. Analytical skills necessary in order to implement effective care and develop solutions to problems concerning patients' mental and physical well-being. 3. Basic computer knowledge in order to document effectively. 4. Ability to be scheduled for work based on the operational needs of the hospital. 5. Possess the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with patients and the general public. Additional Job Description: Scheduled Weekly Hours: 4 Shift: Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. Cost Center: 157 WH Ultrasound and Diagnostic Medical Sonography Address: 1 Medical Park Drive Wheeling West Virginia