Sonographer job in Kingsville TX

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Job Description:

• Apply medical ultrasound in accordance with doctor's orders and within the scope of practice as defined by the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography and American Society Radiologic Technologists.
• Handle the movement, set-up, and operation of medical ultrasound equipment.
• Provide patient assessment information to the Radiologist as needed.
• Document procedural information in the patient's medical record including PACS.
• Trained in Basic Life Support and provide it when required.

Responsibilities:

• Meet expectations of applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Perform high-quality ultrasound procedures under minimal supervision using diagnostic ultrasound imaging equipment.
• Document calibration procedures for individual imaging equipment.
• Coordinate, organize, plan, and make quick decisions on emergent cases; evaluate and act to maintain efficiency and maximize productivity.
• Assist the Radiologist in performing invasive biopsy procedures using the Ultrasound system.
• Ensure that all procedures are accurately charged and submitted for correct billing.
• Maintain readiness of the Ultrasound room, supplies, equipment, and report any workflow issues.
• Adapt patient assessment to accommodate unique needs of each patient served.
• Demonstrate adherence to the CORE values.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required.
• Minimum 1-year scanning experience in Abdomen, OB/GYN, Vascular, and Breast Ultrasound preferred.
• ARDMS or ARRT/Sonography certification in Abdomen required within one year.
• LRST/ARRT Radiologic Technology License preferred.
• Certification in OB/GYN or Breast preferred.
• BLS required.

Work Schedule:

• 8AM - 5PM, Monday-Friday

Work Type:

• Full Time