Full Time, Days - Sonographer, Ultrasound

• 20,000 sign on bonus*

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. Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed acute-care, full-service facility, fully accredited by The Joint Commission and certified as an accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services, the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology. We also provide a host of other services including the Joint Replacement Institute, a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient Surgical Services, a Family Birthing Center, Endoscopy, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Cardiopulmonary Services, Therapy Services, and Oncology services through H.R. Hoover MD Cancer Center.

Where We Are:

McMinnville, Oregon is located amid the rolling vineyards of the Willamette Valley, midway between Portland and the coast in Yamhill County. In addition to the natural beauty and historic charm, McMinnville is a city where you can experience award-winning restaurants, a world-class aviation museum, unique art galleries, beautiful public parks, and fun-filled community events. We invite you to explore our community through these local sites.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Assistance for qualified applicants

• And much more…

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the radiologist and Director of Radiology, performs all phases of diagnostic medical sonography to provide high quality diagnostic exams and patient care. Procedures include but are not necessarily limited to, abdominal, OB/GYN, Breast, noninvasive vascular, pediatric, and small parts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved CAAHEP/JRC-DMS accredited program for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

• Licensed by the Oregon Board of Medical Imagine (OBMI) as a Medical Sonographer. New graduates must have OBMI temporary license upon hire and obtain permanent license within 6 months.

• Certified or eligible for certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in one or more of the following registries: AB, BR, OB/GYN, RVT. May consider RVT certification with significant on-the job experience in anatomical studies. New graduates must be board eligible and obtain permanent certification within 6 months of hire.

• BLS within 3 months of hire and maintain as current.

• Competent in scanning abdominal organs such as liver, kidneys, gallbladder, spleen, pancreas, and parts of the chest.

• Competent in scanning obstetric and gynecologic areas; the imaging of the female reproductive system and fetus.

• Competent in scanning noninvasive vascular exams such as carotid, venous, aorta, hepatic Doppler studies, and peripheral arterial exams.

• Be able to demonstrate specific normal anatomy and abnormal pathology.

• Possess good judgment, decision making, and communication skills.

Essential Job Functions:

• Collects Pertinent Data & Documents Procedure

• Performs Ultrasound Procedures

• Assists Physicians with Procedures

• Provide Collaborative Duties

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate sound judgment, patience and maintain a professional demeanor at all times

• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment

• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize

• Computer skills: Electronic medical records software

• Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills

• Creativity, problem analysis and decision making

• Ability to work varied shifts, including participation in call rotation.

WVMC is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special need or seek accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process, please contact us at (503) 472-6131.

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