Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

McPherson Hospital Inc.; McPherson (KS); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 54 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Earned Time Off

Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

Résumé du poste

McPherson Hospital Inc. in McPherson, KS is seeking a part-time Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to produce high-quality images for accurate interpretation and patient care.

The role supports outpatient, inpatient and clinic settings with evening/weekend call rotating with other Ultrasound Technologists. Qualifications include an Associate’s degree and RDMS RVT(VT) certification; BLS and state licensure requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent formal training program.
• RDMS RVT(VT) required; OB/GYN, AB, AE preferred.
• Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (Exempt if Sonogram only) and BLS are required or preferred.

Responsabilités

• Perform ultrasound procedures using proper positioning and protocols for optimal diagnostic value in outpatient, inpatient and clinic settings.
• Proficient in or able to learn procedures in multiple modalities to assure adequate workload coverage.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment and operate safely while recognizing malfunctions for patient and operator safety.
• Learn and maintain knowledge of current HIS, RIS, and PACS systems for timely and accurate patient records.
• Obtain proper patient identification and medical history to ensure consistent and accurate patient care.
• Follow safety measures and protections to comply with government regulations and ensure safety of patients and staff.
• Willingness to take evening and weekend call on a rotation basis with other Ultrasound Technologists.

Connaissances

Ultrasound imaging

Patient positioning

Equipment operation

Team collaboration

Multimodal procedures

Patient history intake

Formation

RDMS RVT(VT) required; OB/GYN, AB, AE preferred

Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (Exempt if Sonogram only)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Description du poste

Job description: Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Job Summary: Produces high quality images for accurate interpretation while working collaboratively with other healthcare team members toward the best outcome for the patient and organization.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Shift Availability

• Part Time
• PRN (as needed)

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Benefits (Part Time/20+ hours)

• Earned Time Off (ETO)
• Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Essential Accountabilities

• Perform Ultrasound procedures using proper positioning and protocols for optimal diagnostic value in the outpatient, inpatient and clinic setting.


• Proficient in or ability and willingness to learn procedures in multiple modalities to assure adequate workload coverage.


• Maintain working knowledge of equipment with ability to manipulate and maneuver safely as well as recognize malfunctions for safety of patient and operator.


• Ability to learn and maintain a working knowledge of current HIS, RIS and PACS systems utilized within the department to ensure timely and accurate patient records.


• Obtain proper patient identification and medical history needed to ensure consistent and accurate patient care.


• Use safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure the safety of patients and staff.


• Willingness to take evening and weekend call on a rotation basis with other Ultrasound Technologists in the Department.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Qualifications

Education

• Associate’s degree or equivalent formal training program.

Experience

• Minimal Experience required, 2–3-year experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• RDMS RVT(VT) required, OB/GYN, AB, AE preferred.


• Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (Exempt if Sonogram only)


• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Age-Specific Skills

• Neonate through Geriatric

Hazardous Working Conditions

• OSHA Category 1: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.

Environmental Surroundings

• Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, & noise.

Physical Working Conditions

• Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking/pushing, climbing, and lifting material or patients of > 50lbs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.