Flex Sonographer

Avera St. Mary's; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera St Mary's is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to proficiently operate radiographic and CT equipment, producing diagnostically useful images under physician direction.

You will review exam indications, communicate with radiologists, and ensure data integrity while using PACS, RIS, and EMR systems. The role includes archiving images and maintaining safety and quality standards in a collaborative clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Requires visual acuity adequate to perform position duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiology procedures accurately and efficiently per standards.
• Initiates proper intervention when an exam needs immediate attention.
• Reviews indications for exams and reports inappropriate indications to supervisor.
• Provides exam data in complete and accurate format for radiologist interpretation.
• Operates PACS, RIS, HIS/EMR systems and performs general clerical duties.
• Archives image data and ensures proper transfer to radiologist group.

Skills

Visual acuity

Effective communication

Education

Associate's or certificate in Radiologic Technology

ARRT Certification (within 60 days)

Job description

Location:Avera St Mary's HospitalWorker Type:TemporaryWork Shift:Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-call involvement (United States of America)Pay Range:The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.$40.00 - $40.00Position Highlights**Flex staff are utilized according to the staffing needs of their department with an elevated rate of pay.**You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewAccountable for the proficient operations of the radiographic and CT equipment to provide clinically diagnostic images as directed by physicians.What you will doPerforms various radiology procedures accurately, efficiently and according to established standards and protocols.Initiates proper intervention to radiologist or referring practitioner when an exam indicates immediate attention.Reviews appropriate indications for exams ordered and reports inappropriate indications to supervisor.Provides exam data in a complete and accurate format for presentation to reading radiologist for interpretation.Utilizes computer systems such as PACS, RIS, HIS EMR systems and performs general clerical duties.Archives image data for permanent storage and appropriately sends images to radiologist group. Retrieves stored images form PACS or disc back-up and make CDs successfully.Demonstrates an understanding of medical and legal implications and responsibilities related to the imagine reports and images to protect the patient and the organization.Maintains established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, and environment and infection control.Assists/mentors staff/student with on the job training, clinical rotations and orientation.Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records as required by department manager, Quality Improvement, Joint Commission, MDH, ACR standards, OSHA guidelines or as may be required by the facility or law.Essential QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Associate's or certificate of completion from an accredited school of Radiologic TechnologyARRT Certification - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 60 DaysExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].