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Kaiser Permanente
Sonographer II
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What they do
An Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer uses ultrasound technology to examine the inside of patients' bodies and diagnose medical conditions. Works closely with other healthcare specialists who assess and treat relevant conditions. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$85,569 / year median in California
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/ Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.Essential Responsibilities:
+ Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. + Prepares and positions patient for examination. + Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.. + Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film. + Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced. + Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination. + Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results. + Orients new hires. + Performs other related duties as necessary. +Supervisory Responsibilities:
+ This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Grade 852Basic Qualifications:
Experience + N/A Education + High School Diploma/GED required. License, Certification, Registration The candidate must have 2 from the following list: + Reg Diagnostic Med Sonographer Pediatric Sonography Certification + Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate- Ob-Gyn + Registered Vascular Technologist Certificate + Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Pediatric Echocardiogram Certificate + Reg Diagnostic Med Sonographer Fetal Echocardiography Certification + Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate
- Breast + Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate
- Abdomen + Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Certificate + Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate +