Sonographer I NC & GA

Advocate Health•Matthews, NC

7d•$36 - $53

About The Position

The Sonographer I performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations and supports radiologists and the care team in delivering patient-centered care. The role verifies exam requests and orders, evaluates technical quality, and develops varied techniques to improve departmental efficiency. It also includes operating the radiology computer system, maintaining and stocking the assigned work area, reporting equipment malfunctions, and following departmental rules and professional standards. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Wednesday, 0600–1830, for 36 hours per week. The stated pay range is $35.50–$53.25. The role requires graduation from a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound, qualifying certification and registry credentials, and BLS certification. No prior experience is required.

Requirements

Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (S).
A registry in Abdomen (AB) or Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN).
BLS certification.
Graduate of a comprehensive medical diagnostic ultrasound program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or General Ultrasound.
Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles and skills appropriate to the ages, cultures, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

Examine requests and verify orders for each assigned patient.
Assist the Radiologist in performing invasive procedures.
Evaluate the technical quality of examinations and develop varied techniques to improve departmental efficiency.
Support the Patient-Centered Care Philosophy by meeting the needs of each patient as a caregiver.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the Assistant Director, Lead Sonographer, and/or Engineer.
Operate the Radiology computer system, including entering and charging exams and supplies.
Keep the assigned work area neat and orderly, and help ensure it is stocked.
Follow departmental rules and regulations and perform in a professional manner.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
Career development programs.