Sonographer II (Acute)

Sonographer II Acute

Huntersville Medical Center

Schedule: 24 hours/week with benefits, Monday to Thursday, 11:00am-5:30pm, with rotating holidays/call 
Novant Health, Job ID 171657

Step into a vital role where your imaging skills make a life-saving difference!

Novant Health is seeking a Sonographer II Acute to join our REMARKABLE acute care team.

Why Choose Novant Health?
Advanced imaging technology & cutting-edge equipment
Collaborative and supportive clinical environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation

• Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, preferred. Graduate of ARRT-approved Program or CAAHEP-recognized Sonography Program, required.
• Experience: Minimum of one year of experience in vascular sonography, required.
• Licensure/Certification: 
  • Certified and registered by ARRT in Vascular Sonography or certified and registered by ARDMS in Vascular Technology or certified and registered by CCI in Vascular Specialist RT(S)(VS), or RDMS,RT(VS) or RDMS,RVT,VT, or RT(S)(RVS), RDMS,(RVS), required.
• Additional Skills/Requirements (required): 
   
  • Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing
  • Possess good communication skills
  • Capability to function alone and work independently in diagnostic rooms
  • Has working knowledge of various types of ultrasound equipment
  • Able to adapt to new and various situations and procedures according to age of patient served
  • Has ability to interpret information to identify each patient’s requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs
  • Basic computer skills 

The Sonographer II Acute assists physicians in the performance of diagnostic and / or therapeutic procedures by preparing the patient and operating the ultrasound equipment in order to obtain diagnostic scans in the acute setting. The sonographer is responsible for inpatient, outpatient, the emergency department & the operating room procedures to include biopsies, drainages, paracentesis, and thoracentesis. The sonographer must possess the skills and competencies necessary to work effectively across a variety of clinical settings and is expected to either regularly work in, or rotate through, an acute care facility as part of their ongoing responsibilities.