Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technologist

Sentara Health; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off & Sick Leave

Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton, VA seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer for a full-time day shift to cover ultrasound services at Sentara CarePlex and Port Warwick in Newport News. The role includes 36 hours/week, performing ultrasound procedures under physician direction, and maintaining imaging records.

Applicants should have a degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, ARDMS certification, and BLS. Sentara Health offers comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Requirement: Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or ARDMS-acceptable training.
• ARDMS certification required; BLS required.
• Proficient in independent judgment and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures in ambulatory setting under physician direction.
• Operate sonography equipment and radiology systems, document findings.
• Explain examinations to patients and prepare rooms, supplies, and infection control.
• Maintain infection control equipment and prepare reports as needed.

Skills

Ultrasound Imaging

Anatomy Knowledge

Patient Care

Independent Judgment

Education

Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Tools

Radiology systems

Job description

City/State

Hampton, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Overview:

Sentara CarePlex Hospital, located in Hampton, Virginia, is currently hiring a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer for a Full Time, Day Shift. This position will provide coverage for the ultrasound departments at the Sentara CarePlex Hospital and Sentara Port Warwick in Newport News.

Hours

• Full Time, Day Shift, 36 hours/week

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 ARDMS registry board (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• ARDMS (Required)
• BLS

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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
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met

Sentara CarePlex Hospit l , located in Hampton, VA, is a 224-bed technologically advanced, acute care facility, and Certified Primary Stroke Center. Other features include specialized services in heart and vascular, urologic care, along with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, a hospitalist program, and one of the state’s busiest emergency departments. We are also home to the Orthopedic Hospital at Sentara CarePlex Hospital, the area’s first dedicated orthopedic hospital. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.

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.