Sonographer I

Position Highlights:

• Sign-On Bonus:   $15,000 sign-on bonus ($10,000 for new graduates) provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements
• Relocation Assistance:  $5,000 Relocation Assistance for qualified candidates

• Location: High Point, NC
• Schedule: Full Time Days

What You Will Need:

• Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S).
• One of the following registries are required: Abdomen (AB), or Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).
• BLS certification is required.
• Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program required in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound.

What You'll Do:

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.  

• Assists Radiologist in performing invasive procedures.  
• Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department.  
• Supports and contributes to the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by understanding that every staff member is a Caregiver, whose role is to meet the needs of each patient.  
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.  
• Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.  
• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.  
• Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance.
• Work requires walking, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting during normal operation.
• Requires mental skills to read and comprehend patient orders and technical materials.
• Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment.
•  Intact sense of sight and hearing

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.