Diagnostic Medial Sonographer, Weekender

ccf; Warrensville Heights (OH); Vor Ort; USD 68.000 - 82.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

Cleveland Clinic Health System invites applications for a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Weekender) at South Pointe Hospital, Warrensville Heights. The role supports the Regional Radiology-Diagnostics Institute with imaging that guides patient care during weekend days, 7:00am–7:30pm.

The position offers a Weekender Flex with 48 hours per pay period, part-time status, and eligibility for part-time benefits plus full-time tuition reimbursement.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of an accredited school in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and in good standing.
• Registered Diagnostic Sonographer (RDMS) through ARDMS or ARRT RT(S)/RT(VS) upon hire.
• One certification within abdominal, OB/GYN, or vascular through ARDMS upon hire; others within 18 months.

Aufgaben

• Perform diagnostic sonographic imaging using non-ionizing, high-frequency sound waves.
• Conduct ultrasound studies (obstetrical, GYN, abdominal, vascular, pediatric, etc.).
• Consult with referring physicians on patient history and exam selection.
• Review charts and requisitions prior to exams.
• Educate patients about procedures and equipment.

Ausbildung

Graduate of an accredited school in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

RDMS certification upon hire (AB/OB/GYN/vascular)

Tools

PACS

RIS

Jobbeschreibung

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Job Title

Diagnostic Medial Sonographer, Weekender

Location

Warrensville Hts

Facility

South Pointe Hospital

Department

Regional Radiology-Diagnostics Institute

Job Code

D24021

Shift

Weekend Days

Schedule

7:00am-7:30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

*This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500*

Join Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital and experience healthcare at its best. This facility is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice. Here, you will provide stellar patient care, work with state-of-the-art technology and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers use imaging devices that emit sound waves to create images that will help physicians assess and diagnose various conditions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking for flexibility and increased work/life balance while maintaining their license and/or registration.
Our Weekender Flex Program allows caregivers to work 48 hours per pay period with weekend shift options. The caregiver in this role will have a part-time status and be eligible for part-time benefits/PTO, but will be eligible for full-time tuition reimbursement benefits. Join our team and together, provide exceptional patient care.

A caregiver in this position works weekend days,7:00am—7:30pm.

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.
• Adequately 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.
• RDMS must be maintained and in good standing.
• 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 within 18 months of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year of 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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