Diagnostic Medical Sonographer PRN
About The Position
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer uses high-frequency sound waves and color and spectral Doppler ultrasound to assist in diagnosing a variety of conditions and diseases. The role produces dynamic and static images of internal structures, analyzes vascular hemodynamics, and communicates findings to the interpreting radiologist. The sonographer performs clinical assessments and diagnostic examinations, adapting examinations to anatomical and pathological information and exercising independent judgment to distinguish normal from abnormal findings. The sonographer is responsible for patient safety and comfort, operating and maintaining imaging equipment, coordinating examinations efficiently, and working with physicians and other technical staff to provide safe, quality care. The role also includes maintaining supplies and cleanliness in rotational areas, following high-level disinfection policies, instructing students and trainees when appropriate, assisting with assigned divisional paperwork, and completing mandatory education assignments. Additional duties may be assigned, and duties may vary by department or unit.
Requirements
- High school graduation.
- Graduation from a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program that meets American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers requirements.
- Obtain either RDMS credentials in ABD or OB/GYN within 90 days and RVT credentials within 180 days of starting in the position, or RVT credentials within 90 days and RDMS credentials in AB or OB/GYN within 180 days, to remain employed as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Nice To Haves
- One or more years of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer/Vascular Technologist with RDMS and RVT credentials.
- Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) credential from Cardiovascular Credentialing International, equivalent to RVT.
- Sonography (S) credential from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Responsibilities
- Perform clinical assessments and diagnostic sonography examinations, adapting examinations based on anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic information.
- Use independent judgment to differentiate normal from pathologic findings and communicate findings to the interpreting radiologist.
- Ensure patients’ safety and mental and physical comfort; introduce yourself, identify patients using two identifiers, explain examinations, answer questions, and request assistance when needed.
- Select and operate imaging equipment safely and efficiently, coordinate examinations, and sequence exams to minimize patients’ time in the hospital.
- Maintain equipment in working order, complete required daily and weekly quality control, and report equipment malfunctions to the supervisor promptly.
- Interact with physicians and other technical staff to provide quality, safe, and efficient patient care.
- Maintain cleanliness and supply levels in rotational areas, empty laundry, follow eye wash station protocol, and use high-level disinfection according to health system policy.
- Provide instruction to sonography technical students, medical students, and residents regarding examinations and equipment when appropriate.
- Coordinate with ancillary personnel as needed.
- Assist the supervisor with divisional paperwork as assigned.
- Complete mandatory educational assignments provided by the supervisor.
- Perform the professional, clinical, and technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
