Sonographer 1

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Job Description:

Job Summary

Responsible for performing comprehensive ultrasound imaging in emergency, inpatient, and outpatient settings. Conducts a wide range of sonographic exams including abdominal, pelvic, obstetric, small parts, vascular, and pediatric-specific studies. Assists with ultrasound-guided procedures and musculoskeletal imaging as needed. Maintains current professional credentials to ensure compliance with accreditation standards. Ensures diagnostic imaging to support accurate patient diagnosis and treatment.

Essential Functions

• Performs a wide variety of ultrasound/echo exams and consistently obtains diagnostic-quality imaging.

• Adapts imaging techniques and clinical interactions to meet each patient’s specific needs.

• Reviews orders, verifies patient identity, and obtains and documents clinical history.

• Explains procedures to patients and families, providing physical and psychological support.

• Operates and maintains ultrasound equipment, demonstrating effective knobology and assisting during procedures, including urgent and surgical cases.

• Adheres to all enterprise and departmental policies, protocols, and infection control standards, including equipment cleaning, disinfection, and safety requirements.

• Maintains accurate records, completes required documentation, and manages electronic systems and departmental paperwork.

• Maintains current credentials, certifications, and continuing education requirements, and adheres to professional appearance standards.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma and graduate of an accredited ultrasound program

Experience Requirement

0–2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Basic Life Support (BLS), American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

O. Radiation: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as scanning and typing). Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients or equipment; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department:

Director, Imaging

Shift:

Time Type:

Full time

Address:

222 Medical Circle

City, State:

Morehead, Kentucky