Sonographer I- Acute Care (FT- 1.0 FTE, Variable Shift)

Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital • Bozeman, MT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Acute Care Sonographer I provides ultrasound (US) health care services to assist in diagnosis or treatment. This role involves performing US procedures and related techniques to produce images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. The Sonographer I primarily works independently in a highly complex, acute care inpatient setting.

Requirements

• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification in OB/GYN or abdominal/small parts or is registry eligible and obtains certification within one year of date of hire
• Graduate from an accredited ultrasound school
• American Heart Association BLS within 60 days of hire
• Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality
• Performs essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environment
• Learns current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlines

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of post-graduation experience working in ultrasound

Responsibilities

• Perform US exams and procedures in an inpatient setting.
• Assist the Radiologists and other medical staff during exams and procedures.
• Complete documentation, in designated area, of all information required for proper interpretation, reporting, archiving, and retrieval of exams.
• Perform ancillary duties as required to maintain proper distribution, billing, and archival of exams and procedures.
• Retrieve and review previous studies, reports, written orders, and related health information to ensure the timely performance and reporting of US exams and procedures.
• Participate in the implementation, monitoring, and improvement of the organization's quality indicators as described in the strategic plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees