Description

Work Status Details: PRO RE NATA - AS NEEDED | 24.00 Hours Every Two Weeks
Shift: Varied
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Location: Yuma Medical Center

Listed is the base hiring salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to skills and experience. The salary range listed is just one component of the total rewards/compensation package offered to candidates.
Min = $30.67
Mid = $38.34
Max = $46.01

Summary:

The Ultrasound Tech I performs diagnostic routine and emergent ultrasound examinations. The Ultrasound Tech must be able to effectively operate sonographic equipment and perform general, vascular, and OB/GYN exams and clearly communicate findings to the reading Radiologist. The Sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self- motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease and new procedures as they evolve.

Responsibilities:

Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings

Prepares preliminary reports and communicates any critical findings to Radiologist.

Ability to integrate diagnostic sonograms, laboratory results, patient history and medical records and adapt sonographic examination as necessary

Ability to use independent judgment to acquire the optimum diagnostic sonographic information in each examination performed

Coordinates work schedule with Departmental Manager to assure workload coverage

Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care

Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all departments, physicians and outside facilities.

Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• HS / Equivalency Diploma
• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) preferred
• Successful completion of the Sonography Principles & Instrumentation exam (SPI)
• Must become credentialed by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 12 months of hire.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association

Join us at Yuma Regional Medical Center dba Onvida Health

A career at Onvida Health is more than just a job. It's a place to have a long and rewarding career, making a difference in the lives of those in our shared community. When you join our team, you become an integral part of a thriving community committed to improving the health and well-being of everyone in southwestern Arizona.

At Onvida Health, we believe in progress with purpose. Our commitment to innovation is matched by our dedication to kindness and integrity. We take our values seriously because we know they lead to better outcomes for our patients and a better experience for all of us. We're looking for people who approach each day with a sense of possibility, a drive to make things better, and a commitment to kindness. If that sounds like you, you're our kind of people.

If you're looking for a career where innovation meets compassion, where you can grow and contribute to building a healthier tomorrow, Onvida Health is the place for you.

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Physical Requirements and working conditions for this position will be provided to you up on interview.