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Valor Health Sonographer in Emmett, Idaho
Sonographer
Emmett, ID (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1202+E+Locust+Emmett+ID+USA+83617)
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Position Description
Position Title: Sonographer
Department: Radiology
Supervisor: Radiology Manager
Employment Type: PRN
Shift: DAYS / FLEX (shifts may change due to business needs)
Hours: VARIABLE
Call: None
Overview:Valor Health is seeking aPRNSonographerto join us in our strategy to be the community’s trusted partner in providing exceptional, patient - centered care
Position Summary:Valor Health is a 16 bed Critical Access Hospital located in Emmett, Idaho which provides Emergency Services, Urgent Care, Family Medicine, Labor & Delivery, Infusion, Swing Bed and Surgical Services including, Podiatry, Orthopedic and General Surgeries.
As the healthcare needs of our growing Gem County continue to change, we must also evolve, rising to meet the changing healthcare demands. We are looking for like-minded professionals that want to strive for excellence while maintaining the individualized care we pride ourselves in. In order to meet the new needs of our community, Valor Health has an immediate PRN opening for a Sonographer.
As a sonographer, you will operate ultrasound equipment for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes, assist and care for patients during exams. As a Sonographer, you will perform procedures on patients of all ages, according to approved protocols, ultrasound and/or radiation safety. Evaluate the appropriateness of requested exams to assist Radiologists and referring Providers. Maintain knowledge of equipment, instruments & supplies pertinent to high quality exams. Job position requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strengths must include strong customer service skills and the ability to multitask while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Applicants should possess a positive, professional attitude with excellent communication skills.
Requirements
Experience with the following equipment and software is preferred:
Philips EPIQ 7G
Cerner, DR systems, NovaRad PACS
Position Qualifications/Requirements:
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
Preferred experience of two years in a hospital setting
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Working Environment – General Patient Care Environment
Standing for long periods, lift or turn patients, bending, twisting and sitting
Possible exposure to body fluids
Possible radiation exposure
Other duties as assigned