Senior Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Primary Location Hilo, Hawaii
Worker Location Onsite
Facility Hilo Medical Offices
Job Number 1317742 Date posted 11/06/2024
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Description:
Performs diagnostic ultrasonographic procedures. Trains and orients staff members as assigned.
Job Summary:
Performs diagnostic ultrasonographic procedures. Trains and orients staff members as assigned.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures. Selects proper transducer frequency and diameter for performance of exam. Utilizes ancillary devices to obtain hard copy records of exams.
- Knowledge of using the PACS (Picture Archive and Communications System) and knowledge of the Radiology Information System. Recognizes electronic equipment limitations. Recognizes significance of all structures visualized sonographically. Determines artifacts as well as normal or abnormal anatomy. Differentiates normal and pathological processes and extends scope of studies appropriate to comprehensive final study.
- Remains able to deviate from normal techniques when necessary to provide a wider latitude of visualization. Collaborates with referring physicians and contributes technical and professional knowledge to final diagnostic impression or report. Provides technical and nursing aid for surgical biopsy and aspiration procedures.
- Performs calibrations and adjustments of ultrasound equipment.
- Trains and orients other staff sonographers as directed.
- Correlates patients clinical history with test to be performed. Consults with radiologists or supervising physician after reviewing data and determines appropriate ultrasound procedure.
- Remains knowledgeable and current regarding technological advances in field of diagnostic medical sonography.
- Promotes and maintains inter-and intra-departmental working relations.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Minimum two (2) years of post-graduate experience, including experience or successful completion of training program (pre-hire, post-hire, or on-the-job) in area of specialty, if applicable.
Education
- Graduate from an approved ultrasound training program recognized by CAHEA, or equivalent related experience.
License, Certification, Registration
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate
- Basic Life Support from American Heart Association
Additional Requirements:
- Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in customer service, interpersonal relations, oral communication, problem solving, teamwork, and written communication.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates degree.
Primary Location: Hawaii,Hilo,Hilo Medical Offices
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1
Shift: Variable
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Working Hours Start: 12:01 AM
Working Hours End: 11:59 PM
Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: NUE-HI-02|NUE|Non Union Employee
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: Hilo Medical Offices - Ultrasound - 1208
Pay Range: $53.36 - $69.01 / hour
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital).
Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
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Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest
