Registered Sonographer- Ultrasound (CRMH)- weekends- day/evening

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Sonographer operates specialized diagnostic ultrasound equipment to obtain quality images in accordance with American College of Radiology standards. The role involves applying knowledge of lifespan growth and development to provide age-appropriate patient care; evaluating, positioning, and monitoring patients; and performing patient-processing activities such as scheduling, registration, file management, and computer documentation. The sonographer demonstrates professionalism, compassion, courtesy, patience, and attention to safety while communicating effectively with patients, families, visitors, and healthcare team members. The role requires compliance with Carilion Clinic and Imaging Services policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety standards. The sonographer may participate in training and education for students and staff, maintain continuing education, and complete activities needed to obtain professional registry credentials. The position is full time, with a Friday-through-Sunday schedule from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., call coverage, and holiday rotation. Travel between facilities, on-call coverage, and work during emergency weather conditions may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an approved school of Radiologic Technology and/or an approved School of Ultrasound, or equivalent training.
Must be registry eligible through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography in vascular, obstetrics and gynecology, abdominal, or neurosonography.
AHA-BLS-HCP certification required.
Demonstrated interpersonal and technical skills.
Must be flexible in accepting assignments.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage changing priorities, and respond appropriately to stressful or emergency situations.

Responsibilities

Operate specialized diagnostic ultrasound equipment to obtain quality images in accordance with American College of Radiology standards.
Apply knowledge of lifespan growth and development to provide age-appropriate patient care.
Evaluate, position, and monitor patients while demonstrating professionalism, compassion, courtesy, patience, and attention to safety.
Perform patient-processing activities, which may include scheduling, registration, file management, and computer documentation.
Comply with Carilion Clinic and Imaging Services policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety standards.
Participate in training and education of students and staff as assigned.
Maintain required continuing education and complete activities necessary to obtain professional registry credentials.
Participate in educational opportunities that support continued personal and professional development.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, visitors, and members of the healthcare team.
Participate in call coverage and holiday rotation; travel between facilities or work during emergency weather conditions if required.