Senior Sonographer - Echo & Vascular (Sign-On Bonus)

Ochsner Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Referral bonus

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Covington, LA, seeks a Sonographer Specialist - Echo and Vascular to perform advanced diagnostic ultrasound procedures and mentor staff. You will lead departmental programs and supervise in the team leader's absence, with RDMS certification and CAHEA-approved training required.

A 5-year ultrasound background and BLS are expected. Join a dedicated team committed to patient care, education, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Completion of a CAHEA approved diagnostic medical sonography program.
• Minimum 5 years of sonographer experience.
• RDMS certification; advanced specialty certification as needed.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency with computers, software; strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Verifies the physician order and procedure for accuracy.
• Operates ultrasound equipment to complete imaging per protocol.
• Reviews images prior to transmission to ensure diagnostic quality.
• Leads departmental programs, protocol development and quality initiatives.
• Mentors junior staff and assists in orientation and training.
• Supports safety, accreditation, and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Computers & software

Verbal written communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

CAHEA approved diagnostic sonography program

RDMS certification

BLS certification

Tools

Radiology Information System

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Ochsner Health in Covington, LA, seeks a Sonographer Specialist - Echo and Vascular to perform advanced diagnostic ultrasound procedures and mentor staff. You will lead departmental programs and supervise in the team leader's absence, with RDMS certification and CAHEA-approved training required.

A 5-year ultrasound background and BLS are expected. Join a dedicated team committed to patient care, education, and continuous improvement.