Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technologist

sentara; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k/403B with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton, VA is hiring a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer for a full-time day shift to provide ultrasound coverage at Sentara CarePlex and Sentara Port Warwick.

The candidate should have a degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography with ARDMS certification and BLS, and perform ultrasound procedures with independent judgment under physician supervision, including preliminary reporting and infection control.

Qualifications

• Required degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field or ARDMS registry board–acceptable training.
• ARDMS certification required; BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures in ambulatory and hospital settings under physician supervision.
• Operates sonography equipment and logging of infection control measures.
• Provides preliminary structural reporting and patient instruction; completes departmental documentation.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Infection control

Education

Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

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

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.

Sentara CarePlex Hospit a 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 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.