Kaiser Permanente is Hiring a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Capitol Hill Near Washington, DC

Qualifications:

• Minimum one (1) year as a sonographer required to include on-the-job training and internships.


• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

• Completion of an ARDMS accredited or equivalent program in ultrasound technology required.


• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate - Ob-Gyn within 12 months of hire OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate - Abdomen within 12 months of hire

• Basic Life Support

• Required to stand, push, pull and lift patients.


• In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.


• May be required to lift objects heavier than 50 pounds, perform difficult manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination skills, walk and stand for prolonged periods, see objects closely and hear normal sounds with some background noises.


• Must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow.


• Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption and attend to tasks for 20 to 45 minutes at a time.


• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.


• Knowledge of customer focused service requirements of the organization.


• Ability to communicate pleasantly and effectively with members and coworkers.


• Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.


• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

• Certifications such as breast or RVT preferred.

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