Weekend Sonographer Training Jobs in Rochester, NY

Job Title: Ultrasonographer
Department: Medical Imaging
Location: Massena Hospital - 1 Hospital Drive, Massena, NY 13662
Schedule: Mon - Fri; Variable - 7 am-5 pm, 8 am-6 pm, 9 am-7 pm, and occasionally 1 pm-11 pm.
On-Call: From 11 pm Friday until 11 pm Sunday every 3rd to 4th weekend.
SUMMARY:
Performs high quality Ultrasound imaging. Assists in the daily routines of the ultrasound department. Assists the RN and physician in the performance of interventional procedures. Responsible for the coordination and ongoing evaluation of the daily schedule in fitting in add on exams. Comply with the professional and ethical standards of the American Association of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs ultrasound procedures on patients in accordance with physician orders.
• Assists the physician during those ultrasound procedures requiring the physician's presence.
• Lifts and moves patients with assistance.
• Labels and processes all studies correctly to assure prompt and quality medical care. Notes pertinent clinical information.
• Operates all stationary and mobile x-ray equipment available to the Medical Imaging department, except for the ultrasound and C.T. equipment.
• Notifies supervisor of equipment deficiencies.
• Develops x-rays and assists in maintaining processing equipment by assuring that chemical solutions are kept at prescribed levels.
• Assures the continued and safe operation of all equipment assigned to the ultrasound department. Notifies supervisor of any deficiencies.
• Assures a sufficient level of supplies required for an ultrasound departmental operation.
• Notifies supervisor of shortages in a timely manner.
• Assists in the training of student X-ray technologists. Is responsible for their actions with regard to patient care.
• Assists in the training of staff radiological technologists assigned to the specialty area of ultrasound.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registry with ARDMS, CCI or ARRT within 12 months of hire
• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited ultrasound program OR Graduate of a two-year allied health education program that is patientcare related, such as radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist or registered nurse with 1 year completion of documented ultrasound clinical experience/employment OR Graduate of a non-CAAHEP accredited ultrasound program with 1 year fulltime documented ultrasound experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Sonographer with ARDMS, CCI or ARRT

UNION:
CSEA (MH)
Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligible
EDUCATION:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$37.45 - $55.18
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.