Sonographer - Full Time (Thursday, Friday, Saturday Overnights) - Jeff Hwy - Incentive Available

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

286d • Remote

About The Position

In collaboration with staff radiologists, this job independently performs advanced diagnostic ultrasound procedures in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and protocols. Serves as a clinical mentor for junior staff and students. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

• Completion of a CAHEA approved formal training program in diagnostic medical sonography.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or registry eligible (required within 1 year of hire).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of the anatomy of the liver, gallbladder, aorta, spleen, kidneys, bile ducts, and pancreas.
• Ability to perform abdominal ultrasound and provide preliminary diagnosis.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of sonographer experience.
• Advanced certification in area(s) of specialty according to facility need.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy.
• Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care.
• Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
• Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol.
• Assists radiologists in guided procedures in a variety of settings.
• Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards.
• Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.).
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Employer of Choice
• Great Place to Work Certification
• Top Workplace awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree