What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer position at Saint Joseph Mercy Health System?
Employment Type:
Part time
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Description:
Position Purpose:
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible to review the Physician Order and reason for exam and prepare the patient for the exam/procedure. The Sonographer performs a variety of specialized medical ultrasound examinations/procedures to obtain high quality images for diagnostic interpretation and may also assist the physician with US-guided procedures. Sonographers work closely with the Ultrasound leadership and the Radiologists. The Sonographer performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with integrity and initiative.
What the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer will need:
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Part time
Shift:
Description:
Position Purpose:
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible to review the Physician Order and reason for exam and prepare the patient for the exam/procedure. The Sonographer performs a variety of specialized medical ultrasound examinations/procedures to obtain high quality images for diagnostic interpretation and may also assist the physician with US-guided procedures. Sonographers work closely with the Ultrasound leadership and the Radiologists. The Sonographer performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with integrity and initiative.
What the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer will need:
- Completion of an accredited Medical Sonography program
- Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) with a minimum of one certification OR Registry-eligible with certification within one year of date of hire
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Must have in-depth knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
- Must have the ability to produce and evaluate quality images
- One year as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer preferred
- Explain ultrasound procedures to patients in order to allay apprehensions and elicit cooperation using care, courtesy, tact, and empathy.
- Review patients' charts and results from previous ultrasound examinations or other diagnostic studies, records patients' personal and medical information.
- Perform diagnostic procedures by adjusting, manipulating and controlling a variety of complex ultrasound equipment and accessories.
- Consult with the radiologist and experienced associates to determine the need for additional images for comprehensive interpretation.
- Schedule examinations and perform related clerical duties such as answering telephones and locating prior imaging and reports.
- Assist in the performance of aspiration, biopsy or operating room procedures maintaining sterilization, isolation and infection and infection control techniques to prevent contamination.
- Maintain documentation of infection control procedures and activities. Abide by Infection Control policy relating to Intracavitary probe disinfection, to include all accurate documentation within the department at each location worked.
- Take initiative to improve overall staff education via in-services, article distributions with peers, student’s one-on-one training sessions, and assisting with new employee Orientation/Training as assigned.
- Adapt and cooperate with schedule changes and location changes. Rotate shifts, weekends, and holidays as deemed appropriate by management, including assignments to other campuses.
- Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
- Benefits effective Day One for full and part time hires! No waiting periods.
- Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
- Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
- Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
- Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
- Tuition Reimbursement
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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