Sonographer

Job Summary

To provide diagnostic ultrasound services in a hospital and/or clinical setting, including OB/GYN, abdominal, and vascular superficial structures. Clerical duties as required. Perform all duties in a manner that promotes team concepts and reflects the KPNW Mission and philosophy.

• Perform diagnostic procedures using knowledge, skills, and abilities required for patients of all ages, including routine, emergent, portable, and surgical examinations in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Communicate with the radiologist.
• Assist patient transport.
• Review examinations, complete file work, restock supplies, maintain cleanliness, perform quality assurance functions, and conduct other assigned duties.

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• Graduate of a CAAHEP Accredited Ultrasonographer Program at time of hire or at least two years of prior ultrasound experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate – Abdomen required at hire from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate – OB/GYN required at hire from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
• Sonography Technologist License (Oregon) required at hire.
• Basic Life Support within one month of hire.

• Daily use of diagnostic equipment, imaging, and healthcare computer system.
• Demonstrate customer-focused service skills.
• Apply excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Minimum one year experience performing ultrasound exams, preferably within the last three years.
• Vascular ultrasonography experience preferred.
• Organizational skills, time management, prioritization, planning, attention to detail, problem solving, decision making, judgment, technical skills, initiative, communication, interpersonal skills, customer relations, and organizational relations.
• Adaptability, adherence to policies and procedures, flexibility.
• Ability to work unsupervised and perform exams independently and confidently.
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) ARDMS certification.

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care