Sonographer Job in Shreveport, Louisiana
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Company:CHRISTUS Health
Profession/Specialty:Sonographer
Location:Shreveport, Louisiana, United States
Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent
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Job Description
Summary:
- Perform diagnostic sonogram studies.
- Promotes quality patient care through utilization of proper scanning techniques and optimal equipment settings.
- Interacts effectively with radiologists by describing clinical histories, demonstrating normal and abnormal anatomy, and modifying scan protocols for as directed to provide optimal visualization of anatomy.
- Displays cooperative attitude and excellent communication skills necessary to explain procedures, allay apprehensions and elicit the patient's cooperation.
- Maintains working knowledge of the American College of Radiology requirements for Ultrasound accreditation.
- Meets all continuing education requirements to maintain certification by the American Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
- Maintain cleanliness of assigned area.
- Responsible for the daily maintenance of the ultrasound machine and transducers. Reports malfunctioning equipment to Practice Manager immediately.
- Responds to associate, physicians, and patient questions, giving factual information according to the nature of the questions and in accordance to clinic guidelines.
Requirements:
- Completion of clinical and classroom program in keeping with eligibility requirements of the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. Must maintain good standing with certifying body. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledgeable of normal anatomy, normal anatomic variations and abnormal conditions.
- Minimum one year scanning experience (requirement may be met through completion of clinical phase of ultrasound training).
- Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers.
Work Schedule:
8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday
Work Type:
Full Time
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About CHRISTUS Health
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.
EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.