Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Saint Alphonsus; Ontario (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Alphonsus is seeking a Diagnostic Ultrasound Specialist to perform ultrasound examinations across age groups in a rotating shift. The role requires Oregon licensure and RDMS certification, plus ABD/OB-GYN registries within one year. BLS is required at hire unless ACLS/PALS are current.

Travel between sites is expected, with strong attention to safety and patient communication. The selected candidate will work under SARMC policies, schedule exams with radiologists, and maintain clear

Qualifications

• Must obtain a Medical Imaging License issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) prior to hire date.
• Must obtain and maintain an active, unrestricted Oregon license prior to providing any services in Oregon.
• RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography -ARDMS) required – if registry not currently held, employee must be registered within one year as condition of continued employment.
• Abdomen (ABD) and Obstetrics/Gynecology (OB/GYN) registries as provided by the ARDMS required within one year of employment.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS or as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.

Responsibilities

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions .
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric as applicable).
• Revenue Management : ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients.
• Performs ordered procedures according to subspecialty protocols and procedures, ensuring that optimum exams are acquired in an efficient and timely manner.
• Responds to all patient care criteria according to SARMC policies and procedures for patient care, including, but not limited to Code Blue Preparedness, Universal Precautions, Radiation Safety Standards and CPR.
• Keeps accurate and updated documentation of medications on inventory and medications utilized.
• Schedules patients and radiologists for procedures utilizing specialty area and departmental scheduling protocols.
• Maintains availability when on call and responds within 30 minutes. Is flexible with shifts and patient assignments including filling shifts in order to cover sick leave, time off, and bereavement within the Health System.
• Makes productive use of time and ensures that department is stocked, clean, and orderly and all assigned tasks are completed.
• Must be able to work independently.

Skills

Oregon Medical Imaging License

Oregon radiology license

RDMS registration

ABDOMEN/OB-GYN registries

BLS certification

Education

RDMS certification (ARDMS)

Oregon medical imaging license

Unrestricted Oregon license

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description:

Perform s diagnostic ultrasound procedures on patients of all ages, according to approved protocols, ultrasound exposure, safety, and established exam indicators. Schedules and obtains h istory from patients. Evaluate s the appropriateness of requested exams and assist radiologists. Maintain s knowledge of equipment and instruments/supplies pertinent to high quality exams . Provide s effective internal and external patient communication consistent with age and mental capacity. Some travel between sites expected.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Colleague must obtain a Medical Imaging License issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) prior to hire date.

• Colleague must obtain and maintain an active, unrestricted Oregon license prior to providing any services in Oregon.

• RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography -ARDMS ) required – if registry not currently held, employee must be registered within one year as condition of continued employment.

• Abdomen ( ABD ) and Obstetrics/Gynecology ( OB/GYN ) registries as provided by the A RDMS required within one year of employment.

• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS or as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Organization's Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions .

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric as applicable).

• Revenue Management : e nsure s the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients.

• Performs ordered procedures according to subspecialty protocols and procedures, ensuring that optimum exams are acquired in an efficient and timely manner.

• Responds to all patient care criteria according to SARMC policies and procedures for patient care, including, but not limited to Code Blue Preparedness, Universal Precautions, Radiation Safety Standards and CPR.

• Keeps accurate and updated documentation of medications on inventory and medications utilized.

• Schedule s patients and radiologists for procedures utilizing specialty area and departmental scheduling protocols.

• Maintains availability when on call and responds within 30 minutes. Is flexible with shifts and patient assignments including filling shifts in order to cover sick leave, time off, and bereavement within the Health System.

• Makes productive use of time and ensures that department is stocked, clean, and orderly and all ass igned tasks are completed.

• Must be able to work independently.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.