Sonographer- PRN

At SGH, we pride ourselves in providing high quality healthcare in a hometown environment!

Job title:

• Sonographer

Work Location:

• Simpson General Hospital

Reports to:

• Director of Imaging Services

Job Type:

• PRN (as needed)

Experience:

• Registration with the American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) (or within 12 months of hire into the department).
• Must maintain licensure in State of Mississippi (Required)

Education:

• Associates Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field preferred.
• Registration with the American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) (or within 12 months of hire into the department).

Schedule:

• As Needed

Work Remotely:

• No

Position Summary:

Responsible for using ultrasound equipment to help visualize internal anatomy functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use sonographic equipment to identify and observe the area(s) of concern.
• Report to the appropriate medical staff of any abnormalities that require immediate attention.
• Maintain sonography equipment and report machinery failure.
• Conduct scan tests and write reports based on the results.
• Manage several patients and priorities.
• Work under minimal supervision and cooperate with other team members.
• Send images to PACS for Radiologist interpretation.
• Document in the patient chart in a timely manner.
• Subject to irregular hours.
• May be required to wear personal protective equipment as directed.
• Follow infection control and isolation guidelines.
• Adhere to all hospital polices and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff
• Basic computer skills
• Professional, friendly attitude
• Excellent bedside manner
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures
• Working knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations
• Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Responsible and compassionate
• Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Physical Requirements:

The Sonographer must have the ability to move around freely, walk and stand for long periods of time; use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; bend or twist their body; understand the speech of another person and speak clearly so listeners can understand; and see details of objects that are less than a few feet away and at a distance.