Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Billings Clinic; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Billings Clinic in Billings, Montana seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to perform ultrasound exams, operate equipment, and assist in student training. The role requires patient interviews, procedure explanations, and accurate documentation.

This full-time position offers a starting wage DOE from $37.11 to $46.39 per hour, with a $10,000 sign-on incentive, relocation and tuition loan reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduate or completed diagnostic medical sonography program (or equivalent).
• ARDMS registration eligibility/board eligibility within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations as ordered by physicians.
• Explain procedures to patients and assist in positioning during scans.
• Review test results with radiologists and referring physicians.
• Maintain ultrasound equipment and supplies and ensure safety standards.
• Assist physicians with invasive ultrasound guidance as appropriate.
• Maintain patient examination records in accordance with clinic policies.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient positioning

Interpersonal skills

Radiology procedures

Education

Diagnostic medical sonography program

Job description

You’ll want to join Billings Clinic for our outstanding quality of care, exciting environment, interesting cases from a vast geography, advanced technology and educational opportunities. We are in the top 1% of hospitals internationally for receiving Magnet® Recognition consecutively since 2006.

And you’ll want to stay at Billings Clinic for the amazing teamwork, caring atmosphere, and a culture that values kindness, safety and courage. This is an incredible place to learn and grow. Billings, Montana, is a friendly, college community in the Rocky Mountains with great schools and abundant family activities. Amazing outdoor recreation is just minutes from home. Four seasons of sunshine!

You can make a difference here.

About Us

Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, Physician-led health system based in Billings with more than 4,700 employees, including over 550 physicians and non-physician providers. Our integrated organization consists of a multi-specialty group practice and a 304-bed hospital. Learn more about Billings Clinic (our organization, history, mission, leadership and regional locations) and how we are recognized nationally for our exceptional quality.

Your Benefits

We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all full-time employees (minimum of 24 hours/week), including Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, Defined Contribution Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, employee wellness program, and much more. Click here for more information or download the Employee Benefits Guide .

Magnet: Commitment to Nursing Excellence

Billings Clinic is proud to be recognized for nursing excellence as aMagnet®-designated organization, joining only 97 other organizations worldwide that have achieved this honor four times. The re-designation process happens every four years.

Pre-Employment Requirements

All new employees must complete several pre-employment requirements prior to starting.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

ULTRASOUND (BILLINGS CLINIC HOSPITAL)

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Shift: Day, Evening, Weekends Employment Status: Full-Time (.75 or greater) Hours per Pay Period: 1.00 = 80 hours every two weeks (Non-Exempt) Starting Wage DOE: $37.11 - 46.39

The incumbent in this position is responsible for performing diagnostic imaging services in the specialty of Ultrasound. The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is responsible for the operation of a variety of equipment to produce images of the patient’s body for diagnostic purposes. The sonographer is responsible for providing exposure in the field of Ultrasound to the Radiologic Technologist program students and may provide instruction to Ultrasound interns. Interviews patients, explains procedures, and assists in positioning the patient for procedures. Reviews test results with the radiologists and referring physicians.

This position may be eligible for a $10,000.00 sign on incentive, relocation, and tuition loan reimbursement.

Essential Job Functions

• Supports and models behaviors consistent with themission and philosophy of Billings Clinic and department/service.
• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonographyexaminations as ordered by the physician.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental andphysical comfort of all patients in the sonographic area. Interviews patient,explains examination procedures and process and assists in positioning thepatient for scans.
• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, recordand adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnosticinformation and images. Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriatepatient care is provided.
• Coordinates scheduling, transportation and scanning ofpatients.
• Maintains patient examination records in accordance withBillings Clinic policies, procedures and standards.
• Assists physicians with invasive Ultrasound guidanceprocedures as appropriate to service needs.
• Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information,medical history, and utilizes independent judgment during the sonographic examto accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings. Preparespreliminary reports and/or checklist for the interpreting physician. Reviewsexam with the interpreting physician as requested. Communicates with attendingand referring physicians as appropriate.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area in a neat,organized manner and maintains adequate supplies.
• Maintains competency in all organizational, departmentaland outside agency environmental, employee or patient safety standards relevantto job performance. Participates in maintenance of laboratory accreditation.Complies with general training required by Billings Clinic as well as specifictraining required of the position.
• Identifies needs and sets goals for own growth anddevelopment; meets all mandatory organizational and departmental requirements.Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field ofultrasound.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Graduate, or minimumof one year completion of a diagnostic medical sonography program
• Must be ARMDS registry eligible

Certificationsand Licensure

• On-the-job training and experience equivalents will beconsidered in lieu of completion of a diagnostic medical sonography program forstaff who obtained their training prior to the availability of formal trainingprograms and who are currently registered with the ARDMS.
• Current registration with ARDMS (American Registry ofDiagnostic Medical Sonographers) or meets the requirements as a candidate tosit for the ARDMS boards. All candidates must become registrants within one (1)year of employment with Billings Clinic. Board registry in physics and Abdomen,and/or OB/GYN or echocardiography as appropriate to department/service needs.
• Fundamental understanding of doppler physics. Currentspecialty certifications as appropriate to department/service line will berequired within one year of employment
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) –encompassing diagnostic medical sonology with sub specialties in abdomen,breast sonology, neurosonology, obstetrics and gynecology, and small parts.
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) – encompassingvascular sonology and physiologic testing
• Current Health Care Provider CPR Certification

Billings Clinic is Montana’s largest health system serving Montana, Wyoming and the western Dakotas. A not-for-profit organization led by a physician CEO, the health system is governed by a board of community members, nurses and physicians. Billings Clinic includes an integrated multi-specialty group practice, tertiary care hospital and trauma center, based in Billings, Montana. Learn more at www.billingsclinic.com/aboutus

Billings Clinic is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. All policies and processes are designed toward achieving fair and equitable treatment of all employees and job applicants. Employees are encouraged to discuss any concerns they have in this regard with their immediate supervisor and/or the Vice President People Resources. All employees and job applicants will be provided the same treatment in all aspects of the employment relationship, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, genetic information or disability.

Human Resources is located on the corner of North 29th and8th Avenue North. Enter through the main entrance to the building and go to the lower level. Human Resources is located at the bottom of the main entrance staircase to the right.