Overview:

Provide diagnostic sonograms for interpretation by radiologist. Assist radiologist in the performance of procedures and provide the patient care essential to ultrasound interventional guided procedures. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of a school of sonography or registered technologist.
• Experience: 1+ years of relevant experience. 
• Certifications/Registrations:
  • - 2 applicable registry with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) OR The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within the work area.
  • - Must achieve OB/GYN registry within 6 months of hire regardless of other registries held at time of hire, if applicable within the work area.
  • --In the state of Arkansas, ARDMS certification as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), OR Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) certification as a Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) OR ARRT certification in Vascular Sonography (VS) is required within 6 months of hire or transfer into role, if applicable within the work area.
• Other: This individual must be capable of: manipulating ultrasound equipment including mobile and other equipment; evaluating images; lifting, moving, and transporting patients; continual standing and walking; recognizing emergency situations; adapting to stressful situations; communicating effectively.
• Equipment Used: This individual should be proficient in the use of: ultrasound equipment, computers.