Sonographer PRN

Sonographer- Ultrasound

North Alabama Medical Center

Job Type: PRN

Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. North Alabama Medical Center is a 263 bed facility offering the community's only open heart surgery site, a complete line of women's and children's services and a complete line of medical and imaging services. We are a Certified Chest Pain center and recognized as a Primary Stroke Center of Excellence by the American Heart/American Stroke Association. North Alabama Medical Center's 24-hour emergency department serves as the primary referral center for major trauma cases in Northwest Alabama.

Where We Are:
No matter what type of things you're interested in, we have things of interest for you. Florence, AL, is a vibrant area with walkable streets and plenty of inspiring things to do. Spend your days getting to know the local community by exploring our shops, restaurants, and historical attractions.

How you'll contribute

A Sonographer who excels in this role:

• Utilizes high frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques to produce and evaluate ultrasound images.

• Performs ultrasound procedures and tasks.

• Calibrates, adjusts, and maintains ultrasound and peripheral equipment.

• Assesses and prepares patients of all ages for examinations and explains procedure to patient and/or family while performing the examination.

• Provides basic patient care and comfort: Maintains infection control and universal precautions as it relates to patient care and equipment.

• Maintains order, cleanliness, and supplies in rooms

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for:

Minimum Education

Graduated 2 year AMA Allied Health Program

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:

Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

Registered in Diagnostic Ultrasound (RDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)

Minimum Work Experience
1 year as sonographer (Preferred)

EEOC Statement

North Alabama Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Alabama Medical Center- is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

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