Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Cleveland Clinic; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital in Avon is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join its Regional Radiology-Diagnostics Institute. The role uses ultrasound imaging to assist physicians in diagnosing a wide range of conditions and requires patient safety and comfort throughout exams.

This Magnet-designated facility provides state-of-the-art care and offers opportunities to work with radiologists, train students, and support accurate diagnoses in a patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Registered Diagnostic Sonographer (RDMS) or ARRT RT(S) or RT(VS) upon hire.
• One or more certifications in abdominal, OB/GYN or vascular required upon hire; others to be obtained within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic sonographic imaging using high-frequency sound waves for patients of all ages.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and ensure image quality for radiologist review.
• Schedule patients, manage appointments and assist with scheduling emergencies.
• Educate patients about procedures and equipment to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort throughout exams.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Ultrasound safety

Education

RDMS/ARRT certification

BLS certification

Accredited DMS program graduate

Tools

PACS

RIS

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

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Job Title

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Location

Avon

Facility

Avon Hospital

Department

Regional Radiology-Diagnostics Institute

Job Code

D24019

Shift

Variable

Schedule

12:00am-12:00pm

Job Summary

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Avon Hospital provides state-of-the-art healthcare to all its patients and is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This designation is the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers use ultrasound imaging technology to assist physicians in diagnosing and assessing a wide range of medical conditions. As a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, you will operate ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality images, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the procedure. You will ensure patient safety, position patients correctly, adjust scan settings and work closely with radiologists to assist in accurate diagnoses.

This is a regular PRN position, with caregivers working shifts varying between 12:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Perform diagnostic sonographic imaging through the application of non-ionizing, high-frequency sound waves for patients of all ages.

• Perform ultrasound studies (i.e. obstetrical, GYN, abdominal, retro peritoneal, small parts, pediatric, and vascular).

• Consult with referring physicians regarding patients’ medical history and selection of appropriate procedures and equipment required for proper diagnosis.

• Review charts, previous reports and requisition prior to the exam.

• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation.

• Ensure patients’ comfort and safety during and after the exam.

• Assist with scheduling of patients and schedule all emergency patients for diagnostic ultrasound procedures.

• Monitor all appointments scheduled for ultrasound examinations.

• Perform preliminary research on patients when preparations are not provided and determine priority of patients based on the daily schedules.

• Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS.

• Complete after-hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.

• Immediately report any malfunctions to help desk and PACS Administrator.

• Process billing via RIS.

• Ensure proper function of ultrasound equipment and notify clinical engineering of any equipment malfunctions.

• Supply exam rooms with linen and related medical supplies.

• Assist with clinical instruction of ultrasound students and residents and in-service education of caregivers.

• Assist with orienting new caregivers to the equipment, department procedures and scanning protocols.

• Demonstrate ultrasound equipment for caregivers and visitors.

• Potentially rotate through all diagnostic imaging modalities, sites and/or locations.

• Assist in new investigative techniques, procedures and equipment.

• Maintain the most up to date knowledge in the field through self-motivated education and attendance of appropriate conferences and symposiums.

• If working within the Imaging Institute, perform non-invasive vascular studies to include veins, arteries, pulse volume readings and assist the physician during invasive studies.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate of an accredited school in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and in good standing

• Registered Diagnostic Sonographer (RDMS) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) RT(S) or RT(VS) upon hire

• One certification within abdominal (RDMS, AB), OB/GYN (RDMS, OB/GYN) or vascular (RVT, VT) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) upon hire. The other two certifications must be obtained within18monthsof hire

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

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