Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Sr. - ILWU ( Job Number: 196175 ) vacancy at Kaiser Permanente in Honolulu

Kaiser Permanente is employing Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Sr. - ILWU ( Job Number: 196175 ) on Fri, 02 Aug 2013 05:24:27 GMT. Under direction of supervisor and under medical direction of Physician Section Head, performs diagnostic ultrasonographic procedures. Provides quality patient care for assigned patients throughout scanning process; trains and orients staff members as assigned. Essential Functions: • Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures as requested by referring physicians; selects proper transducer...

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Sr. - ILWU ( Job Number: 196175 )

Location: Honolulu Hawaii

Description: Kaiser Permanente is employing Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Sr. - ILWU ( Job Number: 196175 ) right now, this vacancy will be placed in Hawaii. Further informations about this vacancy opportunity kindly read the description below. Under direction of supervisor and under medical direction of Physician Section Head, performs diagnostic ultrasonographic p! rocedures. Provides quality patient care for assigned patients throughout scanning process; trains and orients staff members as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures as requested by referring physicians; selects proper transducer frequency and diameter for performance of exam; utilizes ancillary devices (oscilloscopes, cameras, VCRs) to obtain hard copy records of exams; proceses films using departmental automatic film processors
• Recognizes electronic equipment limitations; recognizes significance of all structures visualized sonographically; determines artifacts as well as normal or abnormal anatomy; differentiates normal and pathological processes and extends scope of studies appropriate to comprehensive final study; remains able to deviate from normal techniques when necessary to provide a wider latitude of visualization;
• Collaborates with referring physicians and contributes technical and ! professional knowledge to final diagnostic impression or repor! t; provides technical and nursing aid for surgical biopsy and aspiration procedures; performs periodic calibrations and adjustments of ultrasound equipment; trains and orients other staff sonographers as directed
• Receives patients, verifies patients' identity and explains and prepares patient for procedures; provides for their privacy, mental and physical comfort and safety while in Department; emphasizes personalized and individualized patient care atmosphere; correlates patient's clinical history with test to be performed; consults with radiologists after reviewing data, determines appropriate ultrasound procedure
• Remains knowledgeable and current regarding technological advances in field of diagnostic medical sonography; perpetuates self-development and education; performs any related tasks which are in best interest for comfort, safety and well being of patient, public and fellow employees and which permit Department to render high quality health care ! delivery promotes and maintains productive and harmonious inter- and intra-departmental working relations; performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned
• Demonstrates sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities in area of specialization
• Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to provide care and/or service appropriate to age groups served
• Performs other duties and accepts responsibility as assigned
• Additional essential functions as listed in the complete job description

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Two years of post-graduate experience, including experience or successful completion of training program (pre-hire, post-hire, or on-the-job) in area of specialty, if applicable
• Completion of approved ultrasound training program recognized by CAHEA
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Son! ographers (ARDMS)
• Current BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR or C! PR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification
• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in adaptability, creativity/innovation, customer service, group presentations, interpersonal relations, oral communication, problem solving, systems thinking, written communication, and decision making
• Talking to coworkers, customers, outside vendors, and on the telephone
• Reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English
• Training/giving and receiving instructions
• Mathematical ability, attention to detail (e.g., organization, prioritization, proofing), concentration, and alertness

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree

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This vacancy starts available on: Fri, 02 Aug 2013 05:24:27 GMT

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