Sonographer I

JOB DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS

Description

What you will do:

Provide quality sonographic images in a timely manner. Assures a safe and clean environment. Maintains knowledge of technical skills. Successfully completes ultrasound scans. Answers the phone and completes documentation appropriately. Collaborates effectively with staff/co-workers. Demonstrates age-specific knowledge. Adheres to hospital safety standards Perform, follow protocol, and maintain competency for High Level Disinfection procedures. Take responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment. Provide age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Qualifications

Education

RDMS and/or RVT certified (Required)

Work Experience

One year experience in scanning Abdominal, Vascular, Gynecology and OB/GYN (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of sterile technique and surgical procedures (Required) Basic computer knowledge. (Required) Knowledge of various types of ultrasound equipment. (Required) Basic knowledge of oxygen tanks, suction machines and IVAC pumps. (Required) Knowledge of computer stored images (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) and/or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) (Required) and Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)

Physical Demands

Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently 50 lbs Carrying Frequently 50 lbs Pushing Frequently 50 lbs Pulling Frequently 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

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LOCATION

University Hospitals is a national leader in healthcare that takes pride in calling North-East, Ohio home. With more than 150 locations throughout Cleveland and the surrounding metropolitan areas, UH provides unique opportunities to deliver world-class care in the communities where our employees live, work, and play.

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