Registered Sonographer - Radiology-Diag Ultrasound - Per Diem - Variable

ProMedica; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled Diagnostic Sonographer to join their team. In this role, you will perform essential ultrasound examinations, using your expertise to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patients. With a commitment to high-quality patient care, you'll be responsible for maintaining equipment, educating patients, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere, where your contributions will directly impact patient outcomes. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to make a difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Must have attended an approved school of diagnostic ultrasound.
• Registered as a diagnostic sonographer by ARDMS.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations with independent judgement.
• Assist physicians in ultrasound guided procedures.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Ability to Work in Fast Paced Environment

Communication Systems Competency

Stress Management

Education

Approved School of Diagnostic Ultrasound

Tools

Ultrasound Systems

Medical Equipment

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Job Title

Category

Radiology

Organizational Unit

ProMedica -> ProMedica Toledo Hospital (TH) -> The Toledo Hospital -> Radiology-Diag Ultrasound (7343)

Location

Job Description

ProMedica Toledo Hospital is one of the largest acute-care facilities in the region. Our 794-bed hospital is staffed by more than 4,800 professional healthcare employees who serve a 27-county area throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. We also have the area’s largest board-certified medical staff, which is made up of more than 1,000 primary care and specialty physicians. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment are a must.

Position Summary

Under the direction of a Radiologist and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations with independent judgement, initiative, and ingenuity. Such imaging is performed on internal organs, tissues, and/or blood vessels in order to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of illness and injuries.

Accountabilities

1. Independently performs Ultrasound procedures in an efficient, productive manner while following established protocols using gray scale, color flow, power Doppler and duplex while ensuring highest possible technical quality.
2. Maintains proficiency in the utilization of all diagnostic ultrasound systems and the performance of all technical procedures. Maintains and documents quality control and calibration of ultrasound systems. Checks equipment and ensures safe, efficient operating conditions and reports all equipment malfunctions.
3. Demonstrates a high level of care, courtesy, and cooperation. Educates patients about their procedure and ensures patients and their families’ comfort and needs are appropriately addressed in a dignified, confidential manner.
4. Demonstrates competency and proficiency in imaging procedures on patients of all ages including neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
5. Assists physicians in physician-performed ultrasound guided procedures while maintaining a sterile environment. Assists with training/education/evaluation of student/new sonographers.
6. Ensures that patient care and staff work areas are clean, orderly, and appropriately stocked. Maintains cleanliness of equipment and work area and assures that transducers are appropriately cleaned/ disinfected and stored properly.
7. Required to take call on a rotational schedule; may be required to work off shift, weekends, and/or off site. Performs miscellaneous clerical duties as assigned or requested.
8. Performs other duties/tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education: Must have attended an approved school of diagnostic ultrasound or have the equivalent experience accepted by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
• Skills: Must be able to cope with stressful situations and handle deadlines in a demanding, fast paced medical environment. Must be competent in use of facility communication systems and equipment (e.g. phones, fax machines, etc.) Must be able to input and retrieve information from radiological or other medical equipment and computerized systems.
• Years of Experience: NA
• License: Must be registered as a diagnostic sonographer by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and must maintain active registry status. If not registered, must become registered within one year (see addendum).
• Certification: Must have CPR certification.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands: Must be able to move about hospital and between workstations, lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, and stooping. Must be able to carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs. Must be able to assist patients on and off examining tables. Must be able to apply ultrasound transducers at angles and pressure appropriate to produce optimal images of patient anatomy.

Must be able to differentiate colors and subtle sounds. Must be able to tolerate wearing heavy lead aprons/vest for extended periods of time.

The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent; it should not be considered exhaustive.

ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, please visit www.promedica.org/about-promedica.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category.

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