Sonographer Trainee, PRN

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • High Point, NC

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Opportunity for a student in their final year of an accredited Sonographer or Ultrasound program to work around their class and clinical schedule to experience on the job training and get paid! This position is PRN and located in Winston Salem, NC / High Point, NC. The Sonographer Trainee will adhere to general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment, follow hospital and departmental policies, and participate in departmental in-service and educational offerings. They will contribute to the overall quality of services by performing or assisting in performing quality ultrasound examinations under supervision, ensuring consistent workflow and high productivity. The role also involves scheduling procedures, maintaining records, coordinating with other departments, assisting with room preparation and restocking supplies, and participating in educational activities to enhance patient care. Ensuring age/developmentally appropriate care is provided is also a key responsibility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current enrollment in an AMA or CMA accredited program in diagnostic ultrasound required.
• CPR certification through American Heart Associate or American Red Cross required.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate on a professional level
• Ability to work as part of a team, with physicians, co-workers and other members of the health care team
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and potentially stressful environment
• Ability to accept constructive criticism and performance evaluation/feedback

Responsibilities

• Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.
• Follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for keeping informed about changes in policies and procedures.
• Participates in departmental in-service and educational offerings.
• Contributes to the overall quality of services.
• Performs or assists in performing quality ultrasound examinations in a timely and efficient manner while under the supervision and/or direction of a staff Sonographer, ensuring consistent workflow and high level of productivity.
• Schedules procedures and maintains appropriate records that contribute to the efficiency of department operations.
• Coordinates with other departments as needed.
• Assists with room preparation and restocking of rooms and other departmental storage areas with supplies necessary for patient care and procedures.
• Participates in educational activities to enhance patient care and quality of services provided.
• Ensures age/developmentally appropriate care is provided in accordance with Age-Specific Care Guidelines for the specific age groups served to ensure patient's needs are met.

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED