Senior Diagnostic Sonographer & Mentor

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks an experienced diagnostic medical sonographer who independently performs advanced ultrasound procedures in line with safety protocols and serves as a clinical mentor for junior staff and students.

The role requires CAHEA-approved training in diagnostic sonography, RDMS or registry eligibility within one year of hire, BLS certification, and the ability to work a flexible schedule while maintaining high-quality imaging.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CAHEA approved formal training program in diagnostic medical sonography.
• RDMS or registry eligible within 1 year of hire; advanced certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy.
• Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care.
• Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding.
• Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure per protocol.
• Reviews patient images prior to transmission for diagnostic quality.
• Completes timely quality control procedures and remediation as needed.
• Assists in departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance).
• Adapts communication to the patient population and obtains consent.

Skills

Computers & software

Communication skills

Abdominal ultrasound

Flexibility

Education

CAHEA approved diagnostic sonography program

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks an experienced diagnostic medical sonographer who independently performs advanced ultrasound procedures in line with safety protocols and serves as a clinical mentor for junior staff and students.

The role requires CAHEA-approved training in diagnostic sonography, RDMS or registry eligibility within one year of hire, BLS certification, and the ability to work a flexible schedule while maintaining high-quality imaging.