Diagnostic Sonographer 2 - Vanderbilt Health Adult Hospital

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Diagnostic Sonographer to join their team at the Vanderbilt Health Adult Hospital. This role involves performing ultrasound procedures according to established departmental policies and procedures to ensure high-quality patient care. The Diagnostic Sonographer will review radiology exam requests, ensure safe and appropriate imaging, and apply a broad range of skills to complete exams efficiently while meeting quality and compliance standards. They will also provide appropriate Diagnostic Sonography screening processes according to safety standards. This position is part of the Allied Health field, which is crucial to Vanderbilt Health's reputation for excellence and its role as a major referral center in the Mid-South. VUMC is committed to advancing health and wellness through patient care, education, and research, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive and their uniqueness is celebrated.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
Relevant Work Experience
Less than 1 year of experience
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Certification - Others

Nice To Haves

Radiology (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience working with radiology. (Demonstrates sufficient fundamental proficiency to perform limited radiology and/or limited sonography services as directed by licensed healthcare team member)
Anatomy & Physiology Knowledge (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience working with anatomy and physiology knowledge.
Patient Documentation (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience working with patient documentation.
Compliance (Fundamental Awareness): Demonstrates and basic knowledge of the core rules, regulations, instructions and guidelines as they apply to assignments. Knows who to go to for further explanation and support. Understands which bodies regulate the industry.

Responsibilities

Reviews radiology exam requests and patient identification to ensure safe, appropriate and cost effective imaging.
Applies broad range of skills to ensure exam is completed timely and meets quality and compliance standards.
Provides appropriate Diagnostic Sonography screening process to patients, staff and self according to prescribed safety standards.
Performs ultrasound procedures in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures.