PRN Diagnostic Sonographer – Growth & Wellness Benefits

Inova Health; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Retirement match 5%

Mental health support 25 sessions/year

Career development planning

Job summary

Inova Loudoun Hospital in Leesburg, VA, seeks a Diagnostic Imaging Sonographer for a PRN, varied shift. You will provide ultrasound services per standards and support students and staff in a busy hospital environment.

Responsibilities include obtaining history, explaining procedures, maintaining equipment and rooms, and assisting physicians with examinations while upholding safety and patient comfort at every step.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Registry eligible (ARRT, ARDMS, RDMS or RVT) and must obtain certification within 18 months from hire.
• Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association upon start.
• Recent hospital/healthcare experience as a sonographer or student.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical services according to ultrasound practice standards and acts as a resource to students, residents and other technologists.
• Communicates effectively with patients to obtain history/informed consent for examinations.
• Explains procedures to patients and families to ease anxiety and ensure cooperation.
• Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient departmental operations.
• Demonstrates safety for patients, staff, and self according to department protocols.
• Maintains equipment, exam rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition.
• Assists physicians in performing examinations using standard protocols and sterile technique.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Job description

Inova Loudoun Hospital in Leesburg, VA, seeks a Diagnostic Imaging Sonographer for a PRN, varied shift. You will provide ultrasound services per standards and support students and staff in a busy hospital environment.

Responsibilities include obtaining history, explaining procedures, maintaining equipment and rooms, and assisting physicians with examinations while upholding safety and patient comfort at every step.