Ultrasonographer - Chesapeake Urology

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Qualifications:

Associates degree required.

Minimum of one year of experience performing diagnostic abdominal ultrasound studies. 

American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) board certification; Abdomen and Physics certification required and will be verified prior to employment.

Certificate of completion from a recognized and accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program and will be verified prior to employment.

BLS certification is required and will be verified prior to employment.

Maintain CME requirements as required by ARDMS and will periodically be verified throughout employment. 

In some instances, UUG may offer employment to a board-eligible candidate; that individual will have 1 year from the date of hire to pass both the Physics and Abdomen portions of the boards. Failure to complete this requirement will result in termination from their Ultrasound position.  

Knowledge, Competencies & Skills:

Conduct oneself in a professional manner that represents UUG’s core values.  

Ability to demonstrate knowledge of Ultrasound principles and practices, including differentiation of cross-section anatomy and medical terminology. 

Possess working knowledge of ultrasound equipment and related computer systems. 

Ability to work in a pleasant and cooperative manner with patients & colleagues. 

Possess excellent customer service skills and a positive team player attitude. 

Ability to demonstrate a caring, compassionate, and caring attitude.  

Demonstrates ease and comfort when asking probing questions to the patient. 

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. 

Ability to demonstrate strong typing, written, and verbal communication skills. 

Ability to type a minimum of 40 words per minute.  

Ability to demonstrate proficient computer software and database skills. 

Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail and willingness to learn. 

Ability to organize workload to determine priorities. 

Ability to tolerate working in confined areas and/ or with distractions when necessary. 

Ability to and feels comfortable with multi-tasking, proactive problem solving, and working in a fast-paced environment. 

Adhere to HIPAA regulations. 

Direct Reports:

N/A.

Travel:

Must have the ability & willingness to travel to other sites as necessary within a geographic region.

Physical Requirements for the Job:     

Regularly required to sit and stand for extended periods.

Involves standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, and twisting.

Requires full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.

May be required to help to transfer the patient.

Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.

Equal Opportunity Employer: United Urology Group and its affiliate practices are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

The successful candidate(s) for any UUG position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

Actual compensation offered to candidates is based on work experience, education, and/or skill level.

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