Sonographer job in Tyler TX

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Job Description:

• Apply medical ultrasound to patients in accordance with a doctor's order.
• Work within the scope of practice as defined by the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography and American Society Radiologic Technologists.
• Handle 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.

Responsibilities:

• Obtain patient information such as history and allergies pertinent to the patient's condition.
• Perform all pre-study procedures including patient preparation, equipment preparation, and paperwork.
• Deliver care and explain procedures to patients and families.
• Perform procedures of high technical imaging quality according to department protocols and established standards.
• Responsible and accountable for the technical operations and activities of the assigned area(s).
• Resolve work-related issues proactively and professionally.
• Participate in quality review and performance improvement.
• Take weekend call for hospital ultrasound needs on a rotation - Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm; and Weekends/Holidays 8am - 12pm.
• Demonstrate customer service excellence by anticipating and responding to the needs of patients, providers, employees, and other customers.

Requirements:

• Radiology Associate Degree is preferred.
• Completion of a Radiology-focused program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography with sufficient clinical scanning experience to be eligible for certification with ARRT and/or RDMS.
• Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiological Sciences, Ultrasound Technology, or other accepted and approved equivalent.
• Minimum of (1) year scanning experience in Abdomen, OB/GYN, Vascular, and Breast Ultrasound preferred.
• Minimum of (1) year of experience in a clinical ultrasound setting required.
• Must have experience in and ability to perform all types of General Ultrasound procedures.
• Minimum of (2) years verifiable OB/GYN or MFM ultrasound experience.
• ARDMS or ARRT/Sonography certification in Abdomen required within one year.
• LRST/ARRT Radiologic Technology License preferred.
• Certification in OB/GYN or Breast preferred.
• Registration by a credentialing body for Ultrasound Technologist required.
• Preferred registries include: American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS), CCI, or ARRT.
• BLS (American Heart Association) is required.

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed