Sonographer

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Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

Position Overview:

Note: This position requires travel and coverage across both the Mountain View and Santa Clara PAMF locations.

Competently performs routine and specialized sonography procedures of moderate complexity to produce quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease. Works independently, exercising sound judgment, and executing developed clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and situations to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program
• OR possession of ARDMS evidencing completion of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

Sonographer I

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• ARDMS-American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Upon Hire
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire

Sonographer II

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• ARDMS-American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Upon Hire
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire

Must possess two of the following:

• AB-Abdomen certification Upon Hire
• BR-Breast certification Upon Hire
• FE-Fetal Echocardiography certification Upon Hire
• OB/GYN-Obstetrics & Gynecology Upon Hire
• PS-Pediatric Sonography Upon Hire
• RVT-Registered Vascular Technician Upon Hire

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
2 years of recent relevant experience.

Sonographer III

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• ARDMS-American Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Upon Hire
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire

Must possess three of the following:

• AB-Abdomen certification Upon Hire
• BR-Breast certification Upon Hire
• Fetal Echocardiography (FE) certification Upon Hire
• OB/GYN-Obstetrics & Gynecology Upon Hir
• PS-Pediatric Sonography Upon Hire
• RVT-Registered Vascular Technician Upon Hire

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
5 years of recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of diagnostic sonography principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.
• Proficient in performing sonographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious or abnormal results.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline
• Working knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).

Ability to:

• prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

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Job Shift:

Day/Evening

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

Every other Weekend

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $73.37 to $91.71 / hour. Sonographer I Pay Range is $69.88 to $87.34 / hour.

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.