Sonographer PRN

Wellstar Health System•Austell, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Various (United States of America) Job Summary Wellstar Cobb in Austell, Georgia is seeking a PRN Registered Sonographer. 2 years of Sonography experience preferred for PRN roles. This position will receive a sonographer specialty differential as well as evening, night and weekend differentials. The Registered Sonographer must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative. Assists with providing safe, age‑appropriate care to patients by performing all exams according to department protocols. Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. Responsible for performing a wide range of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative. Able to independently perform job functions. Sets up ultrasound equipment to provide imaging services and positions the patient for the procedure.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Sonography Program — Required
Graduate of an accredited Sonography Program — Required
ARDMS Registered Medical Sonographer or ARRT‑S Sonography
Basic Life Support (BLS) or BLS‑Instructor
Successful completion of a Sonography Training Program — Required
Excellent communication skills due to frequent interaction with physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff.
Routinely obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities.
Able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and cooperation.
Must function independently and under pressure while actively participating in a team environment.
Must consistently demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
Must perform effectively in a fast‑paced and stressful environment.
Must prioritize appropriately.
Must be detail oriented and able to multitask throughout the work shift.
Must communicate professionally with a large variety of customers, including patients, families, coworkers, volunteers and physicians.
Must function independently yet productively as a cooperative team member.
Must comply with all hospital policies and professional standards.
Must be flexible with work hours; must be dependable, accountable and cooperative.
Assists with providing safe, age‑appropriate care by performing all needed exams.
Has the knowledge and ability to safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.
Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative.
Able to independently perform job functions, set up equipment and position patients for procedures.
Competent in all aspects of Ultrasound, patient positioning and exposure factors.
Must understand anatomy and pathology and how they impact image quality.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year clinical experience — Preferred

Responsibilities

Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.
Obtains complete clinical history, gathers exam data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
Ensures proper patient identification and correct right/left marker usage.
Reviews ultrasound images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
Responds to emergency situations and assists with maintaining life‑support equipment.
Assists technologists in other modalities when needed.
Observes patient condition and identifies when physician intervention is necessary.
Verifies patient identity using two unique identifiers.
Ensures patient privacy, comfort and dignity throughout examinations.
Demonstrates competence in selecting procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques appropriate to patient age.
Organizes schedule, time and priorities to complete required tasks within designated timeframes.
Follows physicians’ instructions during exams and procedures.
Uses critical thinking skills.
Communicates effectively with patients and families.
Asks clarifying questions.
Seeks clarification on unclear or ambiguous orders.
Understands and documents preprocedural verification and Time‑Out processes when appropriate.
Demonstrates and understands pre‑ and post-procedural care.
Preps the patient for the procedure.
Demonstrates and understands sterile technique.
Clearly explains procedure purpose using AIDET to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation.
Ensures patient questions or concerns are addressed; notifies physician when necessary.
Participates in orientation and training of new departmental employees.
Provides preparatory instructions and explanations to patients.
Documentation is concise, legible and precise.
Reads email each scheduled workday and follows through with assignments.
Completes all mandatory department and system‑wide education requirements.
Consistently produces acceptable images based on provider feedback and quality audits.
Verifies equipment is operational before each use by checking calibration and deficiencies.
Sends all studies to PACS immediately after completion; prints CDs when needed.
Prints and scans after‑hours teleradiography studies into PACS when applicable.
Completes all studies in RIS prior to PACS completion.
Prints teleradiography log sheets and submits them to Radiologist when applicable.
Performs and maintains probe disinfection logs and follows infection control policies.
Restocks linens and supplies and maintains the department in a clean and orderly condition.
Transports and positions patients; assists them on and off the procedure table.
Performs patient charging activities on the day service is rendered.
Applies supportive and immobilization devices when necessary.
Willingly assists coworkers and shares knowledge as time allows.
Performs clerical and support duties as needed to ensure service continuity.
Keeps supervisor informed and reports potential issues promptly.
Maintains productivity levels equal to department standards.
Operates all workstations associated with the ultrasound department.
Transfers and retrieves images from the ultrasound console to PACS.
Maintains compliance with Joint Commission and other regulatory standards.
Takes call as needed.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Complies with all Wellstar policies, standards of work and code of conduct.
Adjusts technique to ensure the patient receives the lowest possible dose of ionizing radiation while maintaining image quality.
Reports malfunctioning equipment promptly.
Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment per infection control and department schedules.
Performs other assigned duties.