Diagnostic Medical Sonographer FT

McPherson Hospital Inc.; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

403(b) Retirement Plan

Earned Time Off

Extended Illness Bank

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Voluntary Life & AD&D

Fitness Center

Hospital Indemnity

MASA Transport

Job summary

McPherson Hospital Inc. is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to produce high-quality ultrasound images for accurate interpretation, collaborating with the care team to support patient outcomes.

The role requires performing procedures in outpatient, inpatient and clinic settings, maintaining safety, and using HIS/RIS/PACS systems to ensure timely records. Evening/weekend call rotation applies. Requires associates degree and RDMS RVT(VT); 2–3 years experience preferred.

Qualifications

• RDMS RVT(VT) certification required; OB/GYN, AB, AE preferred.
• 2–3 years ultrasound experience preferred; minimal experience acceptable.
• Associate degree or equivalent training in diagnostic sonography.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound procedures using proper positioning and protocols for diagnostic value.
• Maintain equipment and recognize malfunctions for patient safety.
• Learn and use HIS, RIS and PACS systems for accurate patient records.
• Identify patients and obtain medical history to ensure quality care.
• Take evening and weekend call on rotation with other ultrasound staff.

Skills

Patient care

Safety compliance

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent formal training in diagnostic sonography

Tools

HIS

RIS

PACS

Job description

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

• Full Time
• Days

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

• Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flex Spending Account/Dependent Care Spending Account
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan- up to 4% employer contribution
• Earned Time Off
• Extended Illness Bank-Hospital contribution
• Life Insurance- Employer Paid
• Long-Term Disability/ Short-Term Disability-Employer paid
• Voluntary Life & AD&D
• Free 24-hour fitness center
• Hospital Indemnity
• MASA- Medical Transportation Solutions

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.