Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Weeknights

The University of Kansas Health System; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer for the Liberty Hospital campus, on the weeknights shift. The role requires RDMS and RVT credentials, with BLS certification already in place or obtained shortly after hire.

The position is full-time and on-site at Liberty Hospital in Liberty, MO. The ideal candidate will perform diagnostic sonography exams, communicate findings to the interpreting radiologist, ensure patient safety, and participate in educational

Qualifications

• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program meeting ARDMS requirements.
• RDMS and RVT credentials are required or must be obtained within specified timelines.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations with independent judgment.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort and proper identification during exams.
• Explain procedures to patients and answer questions; minimize patient stay times.
• Operate imaging equipment safely and coordinate examinations efficiently.
• Maintain QC and report equipment malfunctions; interact with radiologists.
• Provide supervision and instruction to students/residents when appropriate.

Skills

Independent clinical judgment

Patient safety & comfort

Communication with radiologist

Education

Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program which meets ARDMS requirements

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Position Title

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – Weeknights, Nights – Full Time – Liberty Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest: Shift: Weeknights – Mon. – Thurs. – 8pm – 6:30am

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations, using cognitive sonographic skills to identify, document, and adapt examinations as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images and to use independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings and communicates findings to the interpreting radiologist.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients.
• Introduces self to patient, properly identifies patient utilizing two identifiers, explains the sonographic examination being performed and answers any patient questions; assumes responsibility for the safety and comfort of the patient while they are in the sonographer’s care; notifies appropriate personnel if assistance is needed.
• Selects and operates a wide variety of imaging equipment in an efficient and safe manner, coordinates examinations in the most efficient order and perform exams in a sequence which minimizes the patient’s stay in the hospital.
• Maintains working order of the equipment and completes daily and weekly QC as required; reports equipment malfunctions to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Interacts with physicians and other technical staff to provide quality, safe and efficient care for the patient.
• Maintains cleanliness and supply par levels of all rotational areas, empties laundry, follows eye wash station protocol and policy, and utilizes high level disinfection (HLD) according to health system policy directed by Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization policy.
• Provides instruction to sonography technical students, medical students and residents regarding sonography exams and equipment when appropriate; coordinates with ancillary personnel as needed.
• Assists supervisor with divisional paperwork as assigned.
• Responsible for completion of mandatory educational assignments as provided by the supervisor.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate
• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program which meets requirements by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Preferred Education and Experience

• 1 or more years experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer/Vascular Technologist with the RDMS and RVT credentials

Required Licensure and Certification

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Employee must obtain credentials for RDMS (Specialty ABD or OB/GYN) within 90 Days AND The employee has an additional three months (six months from date in position) to obtain RVT credentials in order to remain employed by the University of Kansas Health System as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. within 180 Days
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Employee must obtain credentials for RVT within 90 Days The employee has an additional three months (six months from date in position) to obtain credentials RDMS (AB or OB/GYN) in order to remain employed by the University of Kansas Health System as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. within 180 Days
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Equivalent to Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
• Sonography (S) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Time, Type and Other Details

Time: Full time

Job Requisition ID: R-53011

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Employment Conditions

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.