Diagnostic Sonographer- Days - Wilson Co. Hospital

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Lebanon, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Diagnostic Sonographer to perform ultrasound procedures in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures to ensure the best possible patient care services are delivered. This role is crucial to Vanderbilt Health's reputation for excellence in allied health services, which are among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare. VUMC is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where uniqueness is celebrated. The position involves reviewing radiology exam requests, applying a broad range of skills to ensure timely and quality exams, and providing appropriate screening processes according to safety standards. The role also includes assisting in the orientation and training of new staff. Vanderbilt Health is the largest private employer in Middle Tennessee, with a growing team and expanding footprint across the region, serving the community with many unique and specialized services.

Requirements

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Certification - Others
Relevant Work Experience
1 year experience
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
If a recent graduate, new hire must obtain Radiologic credentialing within one year of being hired

Nice To Haves

Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate radiology services in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate anatomy and physiology knowledge in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate patient documentation in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments.
Can explain and apply basic statutory instructions in normal situations on the job.
Understands the principles upon which the rules and regulations are based.
Appropriately escalates problems relating to rules and regulations in timely and effective manner.

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 Sonographer screening process to patients, staff and self according to prescribed safety standards.
Assists in the orientation and training of new staff.
Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance.
Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.
Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area.
Provides informal guidance and support to team members.
Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas.
Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.
Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences.
Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.
Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.
Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness.
Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.
Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them.
Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring.
Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.
Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.
Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities.
Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.
Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.
Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.