Job Description & Requirements
Sonographer - Diagnostic - (Sonography - Sono)
StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: 9.5 D Pay Rate: $1755.23 - $2022.33

MUST HAVE ARDMS Training & Experience: Prefer one year experience but not mandatory. Job Knowledge: Knowledge of cross sectional anatomy. Excellent communication and organizational skills. BLS certification Position Overview: Operation of sonographic equipment, perform and communicate results of diagnostic examinations using sonography. Essential Functions: • Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic ultrasound examinations. • Exams include, but may not be limited to, abdominal, vascular, small parts, ob-gyn, vascular and interventional procedures. • Follow established departmental policy. • Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. • Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings. • Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the Radiologist. • Assume responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer's care. • Communicate effectively with the patient and the health care team, recognizing the special nature of sonographic examinations and patient's needs. • Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department. • Completes exam tracking/billing accurately on a daily basis. • Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate supplies. • Establishes and maintains productive ethical working relationships with coworkers, referring providers and commercial agencies. • Performs other work-related duties as assigned • Proficient in the performance of ultrasound procedures and does not require assistance from fellow sonographers. • Provide direction and instruction to existing personnel and training to new sonographers. • Assist in teaching of ultrasound technology to new physicians, residents, and fellows. • Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided. • Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member. • Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation. • Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein • Monitor all unread studies without notes. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Physical Demands: Ability to lift twenty (20) pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds, as well as assist with weights of more than one-hundred (100) pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods. Fine motor skills. Visual acuity.

Required Qualifications
Sonographer, Diagnostic
SSN Required
DOB Required
Work History: Should not be more than 90 days of gap in last 1 year

Job Benefits
Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include:

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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