Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technologist

Sentara Hospitals • Hampton, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Sentara CarePlex Hospital, located in Hampton, Virginia, is currently hiring a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer for a Full Time, Day Shift. This position will provide coverage for the ultrasound departments at the Sentara CarePlex Hospital and Sentara Port Warwick in Newport News. The role involves performing diagnostic ultrasound procedures in an ambulatory setting requiring independent judgment, under the direction of a qualified physician. The technologist will be proficient in preliminary structural reporting and conduct general diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies, including scanning for correct anatomy/pathology, operating sonography equipment and electronic radiology systems, preparing patient rooms and equipment, and maintaining supply inventory. They will also explain examinations to patients, complete departmental documentation, and be competent in the use and logging of infection control equipment.

Requirements

• Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, related field, or completion of a training program acceptable to the ARDMS registry board (Required)
• ARDMS (Required)
• BLS

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures in ambulatory setting requiring independent judgment, under the direction of a qualified physician.
• Proficient in preliminary structural reporting.
• Conducts general diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies of patients, within scope of demonstrated competency under the direction of a qualified physician.
• Scanning of patient for demonstration of correct anatomy/pathology.
• Operation of sonography equipment.
• Operation of the electronic radiology systems.
• Preparation of patient room/equipment/medications.
• Maintains adequate supply inventory.
• Explains examination and procedure to patient and completes departmental documentation.
• Competent in use and logging of infection control equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree