Sonographer I - Medical

Hospital Sisters Health System•Springfield, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides diagnostic ultrasound scans of patients to the radiologists utilizing ultrasound equipment in accordance with the physician's orders and policies and procedures. Surveys and assesses the anatomy and pathophysiology in the use of ultrasound in the adult and pediatric patient. Maintains competency in at least 4 specialty areas. Participates in advancement of sonography in direct relationship with radiologists. Develops departmental and/or community wide education activities. Organizes accreditation application.

Requirements

Graduate of, or currently enrolled in, an allied health program is required.
Certification/registry eligible as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS). Must obtain registry within 12 months of hire/transfer.
Certification as a Registered Technologist in Sonography (R.T.(S)) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in allied health, applied science or completion of certificate program is preferred.
Experience in sonography/ultrasound is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides diagnostic ultrasound scans of patients to the radiologists utilizing ultrasound equipment in accordance with the physician's orders and policies and procedures.
Surveys and assesses the anatomy and pathophysiology in the use of ultrasound in the adult and pediatric patient.
Maintains competency in at least 4 specialty areas.
Participates in advancement of sonography in direct relationship with radiologists.
Develops departmental and/or community wide education activities.
Organizes accreditation application.

Benefits

Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
Wellness program with incentives
employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage
flexible spending accounts
employee assistance program
ID theft coverage
colleague rewards and recognition program
discount program