Sonographer- PRN

Simpson General Hospital

  • Mendenhall, MS
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
At SGH, we pride ourselves in providing high quality healthcare in a hometown environment!Job title:
  • Sonographer
Work Location:
  • Simpson General Hospital
Reports to:
  • Director of Imaging Services
Job Type:
  • PRN (as needed)
Experience:
  • Registration with the American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) (or within 12 months of hire into the department).
  • Must maintain licensure in State of Mississippi (Required)
Education:
  • Associates Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field preferred.
  • Registration with the American Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) (or within 12 months of hire into the department).
Schedule:
  • As Needed
Work Remotely:
  • No
Position Summary:Responsible for using ultrasound equipment to help visualize internal anatomy functions.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Use sonographic equipment to identify and observe the area(s) of concern.
  • Report to the appropriate medical staff of any abnormalities that require immediate attention.
  • Maintain sonography equipment and report machinery failure.
  • Conduct scan tests and write reports based on the results.
  • Manage several patients and priorities.
  • Work under minimal supervision and cooperate with other team members.
  • Send images to PACS for Radiologist interpretation.
  • Document in the patient chart in a timely manner.
  • Subject to irregular hours.
  • May be required to wear personal protective equipment as directed.
  • Follow infection control and isolation guidelines.
  • Adhere to all hospital polices and procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills:
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff
  • Basic computer skills
  • Professional, friendly attitude
  • Excellent bedside manner
  • In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures
  • Working knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations
  • Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Responsible and compassionate
  • Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
  • Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
Physical Requirements:The Sonographer must have the ability to move around freely, walk and stand for long periods of time; use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired; use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; bend or twist their body; understand the speech of another person and speak clearly so listeners can understand; and see details of objects that are less than a few feet away and at a distance.

Simpson General Hospital