Sonographer, Westchester Imaging, PRN

n What You'll Need:n

• n Certified by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (S).n

• n One of the following registries are required: Abdomen (AB), or Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).n

• n BLS certification is required.n

• n Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program required in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound.n

n What You'll Do:n

• n Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.n

• n Assists Radiologist in performing invasive procedures.n

• n Evaluates technical quality of exam and develops a superior varied technique for elevated efficiency in the department.n

• n 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.n

• n Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer and/or Engineer.n

• n Operates the Radiology computer system to include entering and charging exams and supplies.n

• n Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists in keeping the area completely stocked.n

• n Adheres to departmental rules and regulations while performing in a professional manner always.n

n Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:n

• n Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers.n

• n Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies up to 600 pounds with assistance.n

• n Work requires walking, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting during normal operation.n

• n Requires mental skills to read and comprehend patient orders and technical materials.n

• n Motor coordination needed to operate heavy and delicate equipment.n

• n Intact sense of sight and hearingn

n 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.n