What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sonographer Radiology/UKHC position at University Of Kentucky?
Required License / Registration / Certification
Registered Sonographer – RDMS and / or RT at time of hire, Basic Life Support certification via AHA within 90 days of hire Physical Requirements The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting at computer workstation for extended periods, repetitive motion, lifting, pushing, and / or pulling objects up over 50bs. Shift The shift could vary. This position requires working some weekends, holidays, and during times of emergency. Call is required for this position. Job Summary New Starting Pay Rate – The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted based on current demand for this role. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $33.42 / hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience.
This position will provide ultrasound imaging for the Department of Radiology in the emergency, inpatient, and outpatient settings. The sonographic exams the person filling this role will need to perform include but are not limited to : abdominal (including vasculature and transplants), pelvic, 1st trimester OB, small part, peripheral venous, and pediatric specific exams (i.e. pylorus, echoencephalogram, hips).
This person may also assist with US guided procedures and MSK imaging. This position requires maintaining current credentials (via ARDMS and / or ARRT and / or CCI) to ensure compliance with our ACR accreditation. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have extensive customer service experience and be able to communicate in a calm and helpful manner during stressful and / or crisis situations. PACS, RIS, Ultrasound Physics, Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology are also desired. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education / Experience Recent clinical ultrasound experience (within past 12 months) and / or completion of Sonography program preferred. Deadline to Apply 01 / 19 / 2025 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
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Salary : $26 - $46
