Diagnostic Ultrasonographer I, II, III Job#: RE.0800036

For consideration, please visit our career website at: http://www.kaiserpermanentejobs.org/ Click on “Search for Jobs,” and enter Job Number: RE.0800036  This position supports Kaiser Permanente’s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.  DEPARTMENT: RADIOLOGY - KARES SCHEDULE: On-call Regular, 00 hour per week, Variable Shift.Shifts and days of the week may vary, must be willing to travel to multiple facilities for work assignments. EDUCATION: High School Diploma/GED   LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: BLS. ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers). POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/ Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.   QUALIFICATIONS: National Provider Identifier (NPI) required.Must have one ARDMS registry in any specialty.Must demonstrated competency and perform the specialty routinely.  DUTIES: Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. Prepares and positions patient for examination. Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination. Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test. Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.  Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.  Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination.  Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.  Orients new hires.  Performs other related duties as necessary.  Join our team: Opportunities for qualified health care professionals The Kaiser Alternative Regional Employment Services (KARES), a department at the Kaiser Permanente School of Allied Health Sciences in Richmond, California is currently recruiting for experienced and entry level imaging and lab assistant professionals.  KARES is an in-house employment service for departments throughout Northern California. We offer a variety of assignments, flexible scheduling and the opportunity to work in different Kaiser Permanente facilities. Our pool of highly skilled health care professionals in Radiologic, Nuclear Medicine Technologists, Sonographers and Lab Assistants provides staffing as needed to the Kaiser Permanente departments. Please read the job postings and apply for this unique opportunity to join our winning team!  -Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer Additional Information Position Type: Per Diem, Employee