Sonographer

Pinnacle Health Systems•New Castle, PA

28d

About The Position

Join UPMC Jameson as a Full-Time Sonographer and make a real impact! UPMC Jameson is seeking a full-time Sonographer to join our team! This role primarily works Monday-Friday, mainly afternoon shifts (3 PM-11 PM), with rotating holiday on-call duties. No scheduled weekends, though occasional weekend on-call or coverage may be required. We value your expertise! RVT experience is a plus, and you'll have opportunities to grow your skills in a supportive, patient-focused environment. This position is also eligible for a generous sign-on bonus! Sign-On Bonus Details: $6,000 sign-on bonus available Candidates hired into a sign-on bonus eligible role will be asked to make a 2-year work commitment. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and help us deliver exceptional care! Qualified applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title & salary based on their experience and education.

Requirements

RDMS registered or registry eligible preferred.
Completion of Physics portion of registry preferred.
Must obtain RDMS within 12 months of hire date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

Nice To Haves

RVT experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Assists physicians with invasive procedures as necessary and adheres strictly to the universal protocol standards.
Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
May be responsible for High Level Disinfection of devices, supplies and/or equipment
Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.
Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
Performs a variety of technical ultrasound procedures, correlating appropriate patient history, laboratory data, and physical findings, for the purpose of assisting in a patient's medical diagnosis under the direct supervision of a physician.
Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
Utilizes appropriate ultrasound instrumentation for procedures and demonstrates knowledge of equipment operations, applications and scanning techniques resulting in optimized image data/documentation. Completes procedures according to protocol.
Obtains appropriate image documentation of cross-sectional anatomy in all body planes demonstrating anatomy, anatomical relationships and ultrasonic characteristics of normal and abnormal tissues and obtains and correlates ultrasonic measurements of structures/organs with data charts, anatomical normal measurements and computer data programs, where applicable.
Completion of formal training in an Ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.