Ultrasound Technologist (Diagnostic Sonographer) - Radiology - UNAVAILABLE

Overview

Halifax Health is seeking an Ultrasound Technologist for the Radiology - Ultrasound Department.

Summary

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer utilizes high frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques for medical diagnosis.  The professional level of this health care service requires highly skilled and competent individuals who function as integral members of the health care team.  The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer must be able to produce and evaluate ultrasound images and relate data that are used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis.  The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer must acquire and maintain specialized technical skills and medical knowledge to render quality patient care. 

Job Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Formal Education: Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Related Experience: Previous experience as a certified Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is preferred. 

Certification: Active certification and registration by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonongraphers (ARDMS) in one or more specialties to include vascular technology (i.e. abdomen, OB/GYN).  Current compliance with  continuing medical education (CME) requirements for specialties as appropriate. 

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSURE:

Ability to make independent decisions; performs well under stress.  Must be skilled in providing care for newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. 

About Us

Recognized as one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals™ in the United States by IBM Watson Health™, Halifax Health serves Volusia and Flagler counties, providing a continuum of health care services through a network of organizations including a tertiary hospital, two community hospitals, urgent care clinics, psychiatric services, a cancer treatment center with five outreach locations, the area’s largest hospice, a center for inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, primary care walk-in clinics, a clinic specializing in women’s health, a pediatric care community clinic, five pediatric medical practices, a home health care agency and an exclusive provider organization. Halifax Health offers the area’s only Level II Trauma Center, Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center (TSC), Center for Transplant Services, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Child and Adolescent Behavioral Services, complete Neurosurgical Services, OB Emergency Department and Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit that cares for babies born earlier than 28 weeks. For more information, visit halifaxhealth.org.