Senior Diagnostic Sonographer & Imaging Mentor

Ochsner Health; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonography professional to perform advanced ultrasound procedures in collaboration with staff radiologists. You will mentor junior staff and students and ensure imaging quality.

You will verify orders, operate equipment, explain procedures to patients, and assist in department operations while maintaining safety and regulatory standards. Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• RDMS certification or registry eligible within 1 year of hire
• Advanced certification in a specialty area as required by facility
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification per American Heart Association requirements

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure for accuracy.
• Operates imaging equipment to complete ultrasound exam per protocol.
• Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
• Assists radiologists in guided procedures in various settings.
• Reviews images for diagnostic quality before transmission.
• Performs quality control procedures and raises issues as needed.
• Supports departmental operations (inventory, schedules, equipment maintenance).
• Adapts communication and approach to the patient population, respecting privacy and consent.

Skills

RDMS certification

Abdominal ultrasound

Clinical mentorship

Patient communication

Radiology information systems

Education

CAHEA approved training in diagnostic medical sonography

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana seeks a Diagnostic Medical Sonography professional to perform advanced ultrasound procedures in collaboration with staff radiologists. You will mentor junior staff and students and ensure imaging quality.

You will verify orders, operate equipment, explain procedures to patients, and assist in department operations while maintaining safety and regulatory standards. Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.