Alameda Health System

Sonographer II

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Education sufficient for ARDMS or ARRT ultrasound registry
  • 12 months recent clinical ultrasound experience
  • BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Current ARDMS certification or ARRT registry preferred
  • Registered in one anatomical specialty

Responsibilities

  • Assist in training new staff and Sonography students.
  • Explain ultrasound processes to patients and help them position correctly for exams.
  • Enter test data and patient information into ultrasound equipment.
  • Move transducer over specified body areas to monitor ultrasonic patterns.
  • Operate imaging equipment to produce and record internal organ images.
  • Organize and maintain a clean work area and ultrasound equipment.
  • Select appropriate equipment and adjust controls for various examinations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits program for eligible positions
  • Supportive environment for training and development of staff
Full Job Description
SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Diagnostic Imaging Director, performs Diagnostic Ultrasound procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail and within established departmental policies and procedures. Must be fully proficient in all the duties required of this position. Performs related duties as required.

DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.

1. Assists in orienting new staff and training Sonography students. -

2. Explains process to patient, and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination. -

3. Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. -

4. Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. -

5. Operates equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on storage media. -

6. Responsible for organizing and maintaining clean work area, equipment and inventory. -

7. Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. -

8. Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. -

Pay Range: $92.36/hr

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Sufficient to meet requirements for registry by ARDMS or ARRT in ultrasound.

Minimum Experience: Twelve months recent experience in clinical ultrasound.

Required Licenses/Certifications: BLS - Basic Life Support Certification - issued by AHA-American Heart Association.

Required Licenses/Certifications: Current American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification, or registry in Ultrasound by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) preferred. Must be registered in one anatomical specialty.

About Alameda Health System

Alameda Health System (AHS) is a public health care provider and medical training institution in Oakland, California. It is a network of hospitals, clinics, and health services that provides medical care to Alameda County residents. AHS is a safety-net provider, meaning it serves a high proportion of low-income and uninsured patients. The system includes four hospitals, four wellness centers, and a skilled nursing facility. AHS also operates residency programs for physicians and other medical professionals.
Learn more about Alameda Health System
Size
4,500 employees
Industry
Net Income
-$12 million
5 Year Trend
-2%
Revenue
$787 million

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