PRN Sonographer | Outpatient | Flexible Schedule

Asct; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Nashville seeks a Sonographer to operate diagnostic medical equipment for various medical conditions. The role involves preparing patients, conducting scans, and maintaining records, requiring a registered certification and relevant experience. Join a team committed to excellence in patient care and innovation.

Qualifications

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer certification or equivalent required.
• Typically requires 1 year of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Use diagnostic equipment to diagnose medical conditions.
• Prepare equipment and explain procedures to patients.
• Analyze results and maintain patient records.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Judgment

Compassion

Education

Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program

Job description

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.

Organization: VIS Clinical Midtown

Job Summary:

The Sonographer is responsible for using diagnostic medical equipment to diagnose various medical conditions. Sonography, or ultrasonography, is the use of sound waves to generate an image for assessment and diagnosis. May specialize in obstetric/gynecologic, abdominal, neurosonography, or breast sonography.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Review patient's medical history and physician's instructions.
2. Prepare equipment for procedure. Select appropriate equipment settings.
3. Explain procedure to patient and record any relevant medical history. Direct the patient to optimal positions.
4. Spread gel on the skin to aid sound wave transmission.
5. Operate equipment to direct high-frequency sound waves; collect reflected echoes to form images for interpretation.
6. View the screen during the scan, identify visual cues, and select images for physician review.
7. Take measurements, analyze results, and prepare preliminary reports.
8. Maintain patient records and equipment.
9. Ensure confidentiality and comply with safety and infection control policies.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Capabilities:

Allied health professionals perform diagnostic and therapeutic services to promote health and prevent disease. These roles are vital to Vanderbilt Health's reputation for excellence and its status as a major referral center.

Many patients choose Vanderbilt for its leadership in medical science and commitment to dignified, compassionate care.

Core Accountabilities:

• Organizational Impact: Executes responsibilities understanding their effect on other areas.
• Problem Solving: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical judgment.
• Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge through experience.
• Team Interaction: Provides guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities:

• Supporting Colleagues: Develops self and others; builds relationships; communicates effectively.
• Delivering Excellent Services: Serves with compassion; solves problems; offers support.
• Ensuring High Quality: Focuses on quality; seeks continuous improvement; adheres to safety standards.
• Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates accountability; manages resources; makes data-driven decisions.
• Fostering Innovation: Generates new ideas; applies technology; embraces change.

Position Qualifications:

• Responsibilities: As outlined above.
• Certifications: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Certification or equivalent.
• Work Experience: Relevant work experience, typically 1 year.
• Education: Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/Vets/Disabled).