Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

CommonSpirit Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,705 - 64,747; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's Holy Cross Hospital Salt Lake City seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to provide high-quality imaging and patient care. You will serve as a clinical resource, maintain standards of practice, and support unit personnel with technical expertise.

You will perform diverse ultrasound exams, ensure ALARA compliance, and communicate clearly with patients and families about procedures and expectations in a fast-paced imaging department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• ARDMS RDMS (OB/GYN) or (AB) or (BR); or ARRT R.T.(S) or R.T.(S)(BS) ARRT; or ARDMS RDCS(AE) or (PE) or Cardiovascular credentials.
• Credentialing International (RCS)
• BLS from American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of ultrasound procedures including abdominal, pelvic, OB, head, extremity, retroperitoneal, small parts and vascular.
• May perform cardiac procedures as required by entity.
• Practices ALARA radiation safety to minimize exposure.
• Produces quality images in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
• Provides information and instruction to patient and/or family regarding the procedure.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical resource

Imaging proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D

ARDMS RDMS credentials

ARRT R.T.(S) credentials

BLS certification

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.

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.

Job Requirements

• 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

Founded in 1875, for more than a century, Holy Cross Hospital Salt Lake has provided high-quality healthcare for residents of the Salt Lake Valley. Conveniently located near the heart of the city, this historic acute care hospital remains one of the most trusted medical centers in all of Utah. Our team is focused on providing patients with leading-edge medical expertise and compassionate care at every turn. We are highly motivated and compassionate people, using advanced systems and technology to become the healthcare provider of choice and to improve the quality of life for the individuals and communities we serve. We offer comprehensive orthopedic care, wound care, 24/7 Geriatric, psychiatric and cardiac services, life flight services and are a State-certified heart attack center. Holy Cross Hospital Salt Lake offers an opportunity to find a fulfilling career in a thriving community with quick access to parks, canyons, winter sports, Climbing, backpacking, and the picturesque Wasatch range of the Rocky Mountains.

Pay Range

$31.48 - $47.64 /hour