WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals
Student US Extern
WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals, South Charleston, West Virginia, United States
Student US Extern
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This is an Ultrasound Technologist training program, in which the incumbent learns and performs the clinical rotations under the direction and supervision of a training instructor within an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. The incumbent is enrolled in a program and is expected to complete training curriculum, specified clinical rotations and specific hours of on-the-job training designated by the program. The trainee performs a variety of indirect or direct patient care duties. Upon completion of the program, the trainee must successfully pass the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI) examination.
Minimum Qualifications
Must enroll and be accepted into an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS certification within 30 days of hire
Preferred Qualifications
Hospital patient care work experience
Core Duties and Responsibilities
Complete all coursework associated with the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
Conduct all clinical duties in conjunction with the program curriculum
Commit to the schedule outlined during orientation
Compete face to face clinical instruction and clinical rotations as necessary
Physical Requirements
Capable of prolonged periods of standing and walking.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull heavy loaded carts.
Possess visual, hearing, and oral acuity alone with manual dexterity and technical ability.
Must be able to work while wearing personal protective gear. Able to wear lead aprons for extended periods of time.
Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to: moving mechanical parts; airborne particles; body fluids; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; risk of radiation.
Skills and Abilities
Must have the ability to follow directions both written and verbal in English.
Works with people utilizing a teamwork approach.
Must have the ability to prioritize work tasks and multi-task.
Additional Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 12
Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Shift: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company: THOM Thomas Hospitals
Cost Center: 157 THOM Ultrasound and Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Address: 4605 Maccorkle Ave SW, South Charleston, West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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This is an Ultrasound Technologist training program, in which the incumbent learns and performs the clinical rotations under the direction and supervision of a training instructor within an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program. The incumbent is enrolled in a program and is expected to complete training curriculum, specified clinical rotations and specific hours of on-the-job training designated by the program. The trainee performs a variety of indirect or direct patient care duties. Upon completion of the program, the trainee must successfully pass the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI) examination.
Minimum Qualifications
Must enroll and be accepted into an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
High school diploma or equivalent
BLS certification within 30 days of hire
Preferred Qualifications
Hospital patient care work experience
Core Duties and Responsibilities
Complete all coursework associated with the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program
Conduct all clinical duties in conjunction with the program curriculum
Commit to the schedule outlined during orientation
Compete face to face clinical instruction and clinical rotations as necessary
Physical Requirements
Capable of prolonged periods of standing and walking.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull heavy loaded carts.
Possess visual, hearing, and oral acuity alone with manual dexterity and technical ability.
Must be able to work while wearing personal protective gear. Able to wear lead aprons for extended periods of time.
Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to: moving mechanical parts; airborne particles; body fluids; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; risk of radiation.
Skills and Abilities
Must have the ability to follow directions both written and verbal in English.
Works with people utilizing a teamwork approach.
Must have the ability to prioritize work tasks and multi-task.
Additional Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 12
Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Shift: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company: THOM Thomas Hospitals
Cost Center: 157 THOM Ultrasound and Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Address: 4605 Maccorkle Ave SW, South Charleston, West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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