Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
About The Position
Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg, Virginia, is hiring a full-time Diagnostic Medical Sonographer for a rotating shift. The role performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures in an ambulatory setting, using independent judgment under the direction of a qualified physician. The sonographer is proficient in preliminary structural reporting and conducts general diagnostic ultrasound imaging within demonstrated competency and scope of practice. Duties include scanning patients to demonstrate correct anatomy and pathology; operating sonography equipment and electronic radiology systems; preparing the patient room, equipment, and medications; maintaining adequate supply inventory; explaining examinations and procedures to patients; completing departmental documentation; and using and logging infection-control equipment. The position follows a structured five-week rotating schedule with days, evenings, nights, and weekends. Across the five-week rotation, employees work 14 days and are off 21 days. The sample schedule includes shifts ranging from 7 a.m.–7 p.m., 7 p.m.–7 a.m., and 10:30 a.m.–9 p.m. A $20,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates. Full-time base pay is listed as $40.80–$60.63 per hour; additional compensation may include shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.
Requirements
- Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or a related field, or completion of a training program acceptable to the ARRT or ARDMS registry boards.
- ARRT or ARDMS certification.
- BLS.
- At least 1–2 years of related sonography experience is strongly preferred.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1–2 years of related sonography experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures in an ambulatory setting under the direction of a qualified physician.
- Conduct general diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies within demonstrated competency and scope of practice.
- Scan patients to demonstrate correct anatomy and pathology.
- Operate sonography equipment and electronic radiology systems.
- Prepare the patient room, equipment, and medications.
- Maintain adequate supply inventory.
- Explain examinations and procedures to patients.
- Complete departmental documentation.
- Use and log infection-control equipment.
- Provide preliminary structural reporting.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement up to $10,000.
- Paid time off and sick leave.
- Paid parental and family caregiver leave.
- Emergency backup care.
- Long-term and short-term disability and critical illness plans.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k)/403(b) with employer match.
- Tuition assistance up to $5,250 per year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education.
- Student debt pay down up to $10,000.
- Pet insurance.
- Legal resources plan.
- Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria are met.
- Free and convenient parking.
- Employee assistance program available 24 x 7.
- A $20,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
