Sonographer | Radiology | Full Time | $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Job description

Performs two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for diagnosis of disease and study of the malfunction of organs. Participates in CQI activities. Demonstrates Competency in the following areas - Selects appropriate equipment for use in ultrasound setup, following exam specifications. - Explains the test to the patient. Instructs and assists the patient in assuming the physical position for examination. - Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure – makes appropriate physician contact for intervention. - Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical / health care errors. - Selects a transducer and adjusts the equipment controls according to the organ to be examined, the depth of the field, and other specifications of the test. - Enters test data and patient information into the computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain a record of test results. - Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of the body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. - Produces images of internal organs and records digital diagnostic data on...