Sonographer I PD

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital seeks a Sonographer I for their Diagnostic Ultrasound department responsible for operating sonographic and other related equipment in an entry level position. Assists physicians as necessary to complete diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures for patients of all ages. Has a basic knowledge of anatomy and pathology as it relates to ultrasound imaging. Responsibilities include:

• Coordinates patient flow and responsible for producing quality images efficiently and safely. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

All job qualifications listed indicate the minimum level necessary to perform this job proficiently. 

Education:

• Preferred: Graduate from a two (2) year Allied Health Ultrasound Program, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and one (1) year of full-time, supervised scanning as a student sonographer, in a hospital setting. 

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Minimum: RDMS or RVT eligible. Obtains either RDMS or RVT registry within one (1) year of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS). 
• Preferred: RDMS in abdomen, OB/GYN and RVT. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS). 

Technical Requirements:

• Minimum: General, OB/GYN, and Small Parts experience. 
• Preferred: General, OB/GYN, Small Part, and procedure assistance experience. Vascular ultrasound experience.

Years of Related Work Experience:

• Preferred: 1 year, full time, in a hospital setting, preforming general and vascular ultrasound exams, independently, post-graduation.