Greater Kentucky HERC

1. Performs specialized testing procedures appropriate to specialty ultrasonography in radiology. 2. Reviews patient's chart, patient's condition and physician's orders to plan and determine method of testing. 3. Positions patients; Sets up, operates and maintains equipment to conduct tests and procedures. Provides information to patients concerning specific tests and procedures. 4. Processes films and duplicate films. 5. Instructs and acts as a source of information on testing techniques, procedures and equipment operation. 6. Assists in radiology/ultrasound exams as directed by the radiologist. 7. Assists management in upgrading equipment. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. Maintains disposable inventory per department protocol regarding date of use/disposal. 8. Acts as a liaison with repair personnel. 9. Assists in budget development as requested. 10. May perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skill/ability 1:  Candidates will need to have a Certification as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. Demonstrated skill with ultrasound in a safe and reliable manner. Proficient in OB-GYN (Level 1), vascular and general. 

Required Skill/ability 2:  Proven ability as a medical ultra sonographer in a clinical setting such as a hospital or large medical practice. Demonstrated experience in an urgent care setting or fast paced medical environment.

Required Skill/ability 3:  Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to develop positive relationships with patients and co-workers.

Required Skill/ability 4:  Excellent attendance, punctuality and reliability.

Preferred Education:  Knowledge of Cannon Ultrasound equipment. Six years related experience as a medical ultra sonographer in a clinical setting such as a hospital or large medical practice. Six years related experience as a medical ultra sonographer in a clinical setting such as a hospital or large medical practice.

Work Week:  Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)

Posting Position Title:  Clinical Assistant 3, Ultrasoun

University Job Title:  Sonographer, Yale Health

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:  Knowledge of Cannon Ultrasound equipment. Six years related experience as a medical ultra sonographer in a clinical setting such as a hospital or large medical practice. Six years related experience as a medical ultra sonographer in a clinical setting such as a hospital or large medical practice.

Six years of related experience; four of them in the same job family at the next lower level and a high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's Degree; or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's Degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of demonstrated experience and education.

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