Stormont Vail Health·Manhattan, Kansas
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations, utilizing independent judgment to obtain accurate images necessary for diagnosis and communicating findings to the interpreting radiologist. Responsibilities also include ensuring patient safety and comfort, operating imaging equipment effectively, and adhering to cleaning and disinfection protocols.
Position Status: Full time
First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)
Hours per week: 40
Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
A Brief Overview The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for producing two-dimensional and three-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal structures, analyzing hemodynamics, and communicating findings to the interpreting physician to assist with the diagnosis of the patient.
Licenses and Certifications
Registry Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - ARDMS ARRT-Sonography or CCI-Sonography are also accepted dependent upon department. Required
Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.
What you will do
Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations using sonographic skills to identify, document, and adapt examinations as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic criteria.
Uses independent judgment during the ultrasound exam to accurately obtain diagnostic images necessary to differentiate between normal and pathologic findings and communicates findings to the interpreting radiologist.
Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental, and physical comfort of patients. Introduces self to patient, properly identifies patient utilizing two identifiers, and explains the ultrasound examination being performed.
Selects proper imaging transducer and equipment and operates effectively, efficiently, and safely. Selects and adds correct associated examination charges as needed. Coordinates examinations by priority while efficiently performing exams in a sequence which minimizes the patient’s stay in the hospital.
Demonstrates knowledge of proper low-level and high-level disinfections process and performs necessary cleaning and disinfection process of all equipment as required by hospital protocol.
Responsible for completion of mandatory educational assignments and competencies as assigned by manager.
Participates in training of colleagues and sonography students as directed.
Rotating call is a requirement of the position.
Displays a professional appearance.
Contributes to a team atmosphere by demonstrating excellent communication skills, taking initiative to perform needed task, and being flexible to go beyond normal expectations to meet the needs of others.
Willingly accepts various work assignments. Is accountable and responsible for own actions and decisions.
Demonstrates an openness to change through suggestions and constructive feedback.
Maintains CMEs for certification and registries and seeks opportunities to improve knowledge base by attending departmental meetings, in-services, and other educational activities.
Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.
The vision requirements include depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.
Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.
Candidates must have completed a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or have on-the-job training leading to registry, along with required customer service experience. Required certifications include ARDMS, ARRT-Sonography, or CCI-Sonography, and Basic Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Market context
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