Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

sentara; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

401k/Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Discretionary bonus potential

Job summary

Sentara BelleHarbour in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer for a PRN/Flexi, rotating shift. Responsibilities include performing ultrasound procedures, operating equipment, and providing patient care in an ambulatory setting.

Qualifications include a degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or ARRT/ARDMS, and BLS certification. The center emphasizes quality imaging and comprehensive patient care with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or ARDMS/ARRT registry eligibility.
• ARDMS or ARRT certification required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures in ambulatory setting with independent judgment.
• Proficient in preliminary structural reporting.
• Operate sonography equipment and radiology systems; prepare room and equipment.
• Explain examinations to patients and document procedures.
• Maintain infection control equipment and inventory.

Skills

Diagnostic ultrasound

Infection control

Patient communication

Education

Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

PACS/ radiology systems

Job description

City/State Suffolk, VA

Work Shift Rotating

Overview: Sentara BelleHarbour, located in Suffolk, Virginia, is currently hiring a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer for a PRN/Flexi, Rotating Shift.

Hours PRN/Flexi, Rotating Shift

Overview Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures in ambulatory setting requiring independent judgment, under the direction of a qualified physician. Proficient in preliminary structural reporting. Conducts general diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies of patients, within scope of demonstrated competency under the direction of a qualified physician, to include: scanning of patient for demonstration of correct anatomy/pathology, operation of sonography equipment, operation of the electronic radiology systems, preparation of patient room/equipment/medications, and maintains adequate supply inventory. Explains examination and procedure to patient and completes departmental documentation. Competent in use and logging of infection control equipment.

Education

Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, related field, or completion of a training program acceptable to the ARRT or ARDMS registry board (Required)

Certification/Licensure

ARDMS or ARRT (Required)

BLS

Keyword: Medical sonographer, Imaging, Radiology, Talroo - Allied Health, Monster

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $40.80 - $60.63 hourly.

Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• -Pet Insurance
• -Legal Resources Plan
• -Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

The Advanced Imaging Center at BelleHarbour is conveniently located on the campus of Sentara BelleHarbour in Western Tidewater. The center is home to a 3T MRI, CT, PET CT, full digital mammography, ultrasound, bone densitometry, PVL (vascular imaging services), non-invasive cardiac diagnostic testing, and digital X-ray. Physicians and patients also benefit from the expertise of our sub-specialized radiologists who ensure accurate results from the high quality images. Our sub-specialties include women's imaging, musculoskeletal (MSK), body and neuroradiology.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.