Ultrasonographer

Overview

Performs diagnostic medical sonograms. Maintains patient records. Answers phone call relative to the department and initial report. Responsible for assigned area.

Age of Patients Served:
All Age Groups.

Required

Education:

Vocational Training. Specific course work:
Graduate of an allied healthcare program.

Preferred Education:

N/ANecessary

Skills:

1. Knowledge of modern diagnostic sonography.
2. Communicate procedures to patients.

Required Licensure/

Certifications:

• BLS from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross
• Sonography certification from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Effective November 1, 2022, within one (1) year of hire or transfer one of the following vascular certifications is required:
• Registered Vascular Specialist from Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Registered Vascular Technologist from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
• Vascular Sonography from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• For employees assigned to the following cost centers FSED New Kings (713300), FSED Lane Avenue (713301), FSED Bay meadows (713302), one of the following vascular certifications is required at hire or transfer:
• Registered Vascular Specialist from Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• Registered Vascular Technologist from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
• Vascular Sonography from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Required Experience:

Less than one year

Preferred Experience:

One year performing general, vascular, and OB/GYN sonography

Preferred Licensure/

Certifications:

Sonography certification and vascular certification at hire or transfer