Associate Sonographer
Cape Girardeau, MO - USA
Job Summary
Find your calling at Mercy!
The Associate Sonographer operates imaging equipment and software mostly ultrasound equipment to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. This role requires operating imaging equipment ensuring patient safety and maintaining high-quality imaging standards. The Associate Sonographer position also requires a strong commitment to patient care technical expertise and collaborative communication with patients and healthcare professionals to provide optimal care.Position Details:
Location
Mercy Hospital Southeast
1701 Lacey Street
Cape Girardeau MO 63701
Hours/Schedule
Full-Time (40-hrs per week)
Education: Graduate of a school of Sonography and completed required clinical hours OR registered sonographer.
License: State licensure may be required depending on the specific state of practice.
Experience: None required
Certifications/Registrations: Obtained ARDMS or ARRT or CCI registry OR Registry eligible (Achieve registry within 6 months of eligibility); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
In the state of Arkansas ARDMS-RVT OR CCI-RVS OR ARRT-VS may be required within 12 months of hire and/or transfer depending on scope of role.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Skills Knowledge and Abilities:
- Knowledge of protocols and ability to make adjustments as needed.
- Knowledge of safe & proper machine operation.
- Knowledge of machine emergency procedures and radiation safety procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex instructions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
- Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
Physical Requirements:
Position requires the ability to push pull and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
Position requires the ability to grip reach bend kneel twist and squat to perform duties.
Why Mercy
From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.