What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Per Diem position at Valley Children's Healthcare?
Performs a variety of standard and specialty pediatric and obstetric diagnostic sonographic procedures with little or no supervision, accurately, producing quality studies under a variety of conditions. Assists in the identification and resolution of work process issues within the department. Applies the profession's code of ethics in all aspects of practice. Maintains knowledge of, observes, and enforces the safety measures in Environment of Care.
Position DetailsAbout Us:
The Ultrasound department at Valley Children’s Healthcare is comprised of a group of specialized multi-registered sonographers (ABD/OB-GYN/Pediatric/Vascular) that take pride in cultivating a solid foundation who performs a variety of Ultrasound imaging procedures, including trauma and elastography, to provide data for diagnosis and monitoring of disease and injuries in accordance with all applicable standards, regulations, and licensing requirements. Ultrasound serves inpatient, outpatient, and patients coming from the emergency department and requires competency in a variety of sonography equipment and technology facets, performing duties in an array of acute care pediatric-centered settings. This department is designed for those who desire utilizing technology working with a highly motivated team who demonstrates caring for children in an environment of sonographers, students, and others.
Valley Children’s Healthcare - one of the largest pediatric healthcare networks in the nation - provides Central California’s only high-quality, comprehensive care exclusively for children, from before birth to young adulthood. With more than 670 physicians and 3,500 staff, Valley Children’s delivers high-quality, comprehensive care to more than 1.3 million children in our service area. Our network offers highly specialized medical and surgical services to care for children with conditions ranging from common to the highly complex at our 358-bed stand-alone children’s hospital that includes 28 regional NICU beds. Our family-centered, pediatric services extend from a leading pediatric cancer and blood disorders center home on the West Coast, and a pediatric heart center known for its expertise and pioneering treatments, to a Regional Level IV neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), the highest level referral center between Los Angeles and the Bay Area. We participate in community initiatives, we support community efforts, we get involved where we can do the most good.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum three (3) years Diagnostic Medical Sonography experience required
- Pediatric experience preferred
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma as accredited by the US Department of Education or GED required AND a graduate from a formal program in Ultrasonography that meets the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) qualifications or trained through a Radiologic Technology program OR a College degree - 2 year in Ultrasonography (or other Imaging related field)
- BLS - Basic Life Support required within 30 days of hire or transfer into position
- ARDMS ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography certification in at least two of the following specialties required:
- Abdomen (AB)
- Pediatric Sonography (PS)
- Obstetrics/Gynecology (OBGYN)
- Breast (BR)
- Vascular Technology (VT)
- Nuchal Translucency (NT) or
- Musculoskeletal (MSKS)
Have Questions?
Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at recruiting@valleychildrens.orgDisclaimer: Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.
