Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

CommonSpirit Health; Durango (CO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Mercy Hospital in Durango, CO is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to perform ultrasound procedures and support high-quality imaging across multiple areas including abdominal, pelvic, OB, and vascular studies.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, technical proficiency in sonography, and acting as a resource for best practices within the imaging unit. Strong adherence to safety standards and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• ARDMS/ARRT certifications or equivalent.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound procedures including abdominal, pelvic, OB, vascular, and more.
• May perform cardiac procedures as required by the entity.
• Adheres to ALARA radiation safety practices.
• Produces quality images in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
• Provides patient/family instruction and addresses needs during procedures.

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

One year ultrasound experience

ARDMS RDMS (OB/GYN, AB, or BR)

ARRT RT(S) (ARRT) or RT(S)(BS)(ARRT)

ARDMS RDCS(AE) or RDCS(PE)

BLS - American Heart Association

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, you will provide quality patient care and perform high-quality images and exams, acting as a clinical resource and role model for unit personnel.

Every day you will maintain sensitivity to patient needs, demonstrate leadership abilities, and assure current standards of practice for the unit, contributing to the overall excellence of the medical imaging department.

To be successful in this role, you will possess strong technical proficiency in medical sonography, a commitment to patient-centered care and quality imaging, and the ability to serve as a resource for best practices within the unit.

• Performs a variety of ultrasound procedures including, but not limited to, abdominal, pelvic, OB, head, extremity, retro peritoneal, small parts and vascular.
• May perform cardiac procedures as required by entity.
• Practices all rules and regulations pertaining to radiation safety, reducing personal and patient exposure to "as low as reasonably achievable" (ALARA).
• Produces quality images in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
• Provides information and instruction to patient and/or family regarding the procedure and responds to their physical and emotional needs.
• Observes patient and equipment during the procedure and reports/documents unusual occurrences and records patient’s condition.

We are offering up to $8,000 relocation assistance to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma/G.E.D
• ARDMS registered RDMS(OB/GYN) or (AB) or (BR); or ARRT registered R.T.(S)(ARRT) or R.T.(S)(BS)(ARRT)ARDMS registered RVT(VT) or ARRT registered R.T.(S)(VS)(ARRT);or ARDMS registered RDCS(AE) or (PE) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCS)
• BLS through American Heart Association

Preferred

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• One (1) year of ultrasound experience
• For the state of UT: LRT

Where You'll Work

Mercy Hospital is an 82 bed, acute care hospital located in the scenic southwestern Colorado town of Durango. It is the only hospital in Colorado to be rated by Medicare with five stars for overall hospital quality. It is recognized for excellence in orthopedic and spine surgery and for outstanding patient experience and patient safety. Mercy has also received ten consecutive 'A' grades for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group. Our providers use state-of-the-art technology in an environment designed to promote wellbeing and healing of body, mind, and spirit. Among the many specialty services available at Mercy are emergency care (Level III trauma designation), surgical care, cardiac care (including interventional), Orthopedic and Spine Centers of Excellence, a Family Birthing Center, home care, hospice care and more. Durango offers an exceptional quality of life with small town charm, excellent schools, and year-round, world-class outdoor recreation opportunities including snow sports, river sports, hiking, biking, camping and more.