Sonographer - Las Vegas, United States - UNLV Health

Description

This position is in a progressive, busy office and will scan outpatients and inpatients providing comprehensive collaboration with Maternal Fetal Medicine providers, Registered Nurses and OB/GYN Providers. Provides clinical services according to specialized maternal fetal ultrasound practice standards to detect fetal anomalies and acts as a resource to students, nurses, fellows and other technologists, to ensure the safety of patients. UNLV employees will provide exceptional patient care in a practice environment which promotes teamwork and personal growth. Pay range for this position is $ per hour, based on years of experience.

ADVANTAGES OF WORKING FOR UNLV HEALTH

• Clinic Hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM (Actual hours may vary depending on business need)
• 12 Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment
• 20 PTO days per year (Depending on Position)
• 3% 401K Contribution, even if you do not contribute
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start the first of the month following your start date
• Pay may be higher than stated range, based on experience.
• And more

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review intake and patient history for information pertinent to scheduled exam.
• Perform indicated high risk associated with OB ultrasound exams.
• Document and generate ultrasound report
• Completes any duties and special assignments as requested.
• Administers sound patient care practices according to hospital and department policies and procedures, to ensure the safety of patients.
• Demonstrates safety for patients, staff and self as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines, to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent department operations.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Degree or Certification in sonography from an accredited college. Training may be available in hospitals, vocational-technical institutions and Armed forces.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Courteous and polite demeanor with patients and fellow employees.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to effectively handle stressful or difficult situations with patients.
• Display dependability and initiative in job performance by being prompt in completing tasks and helping others as needed or when called upon.
• Minimum one or more years of experience and/or training with graduate sonographers.
• ARDMS Registered in OB; new graduates have to obtain licensure within one year of hire.
• need to complete 1-Fetal Nuchal Translucency and Nasal Bone Certification, 2-Cervical length Review (CLEAR) and 3- Fetal Echo certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• May include standing, sitting, and/or walking for extended periods.
• May include performing repetitive tasks.
• May include working on a special schedule (i.e. evenings and weekends with clients).
• May include working with challenging patients and clients.
• May include lifting up to 25 pounds.

UNLV Health will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.

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