Sonographer

University Hospitals Pain Management; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Sign-on bonus ($10,000 for full-time)

Loan repayment may be available

Tuition reimbursement after six months

Career Ladder Progression

Free Parking

Job summary

University Hospitals Pain Management is seeking a Sonography Team member to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams, prepare patients for procedures, and assist in accurate interpretation with radiologists. You will ensure patient comfort, safety, and clear communication of the exam process in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will validate orders, maintain sterile technique, and adhere to HIPAA and hospital policies while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Prepare patients for ultrasound exams and explain procedures.
• Validate orders and review prior imaging.
• Ensure infection control and patient safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Validate patient order and review relevant prior imaging.
• Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct ultrasound exams in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Consistently follow hospital policy to correctly identify patients and communicate and explain exam in a manner appropriate to the patient's ability to understand.
• Perform ultrasound examination in accordance with departmental protocols while utilizing critical thinking skills and independent judgment to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological and clinical conditions are accurately captured.
• Completed structured reporting document, identify exam limitations, assure images are uploaded to PACS and review exam with radiologist as needed.
• Perform, follow protocol, and maintain competency for High Level Disinfection procedures.
• Provide age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws ( HIPAA) and adhere to hospital policies
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, administrators, and members of the health care team
• Maintain required credentials and licenses
• Follow proper procedure to report equipment failures
• Adhere to hospital safety and regulatory( DNV, ODH, etc.) standards

Skills

Patient communication

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Critical thinking

Tools

PACS

Job description

Join our Sonography Team (Ultrasound tech) and provide diagnostic medical ultrasound exams. You will prepare patients for procedures, explain the examination process, assess image quality, and maintain patient comfort and safety throughout the exam. You will work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to assist in diagnosing and treating medical conditions while providing compassionate care and maintaining a positive patient experience.

Why choose UH Sonography as a career choice?

• Competitive hourly rate
• Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Sign-on bonus ($10,000 for full-time or $5,000 for part-time)
• Loan repayment may be available for new grad talent only
• Tuition reimbursement after six months
• Career Ladder Progression
• Free Parking

What You Will Do

• Validate patient order and review relevant prior imaging
• Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct ultrasound exams in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures
• Consistently follow hospital policy to correctly identify patients and communicate and explain exam in a manner appropriate to the patient's ability to understand
• Perform ultrasound examination in accordance with departmental protocols while utilizing critical thinking skills and independent judgment to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological and clinical conditions are accurately captured
• Completed structured reporting document, identify exam limitations, assure images are uploaded to PACS and review exam with radiologist as needed
• Perform, follow protocol, and maintain competency for High Level Disinfection procedures
• Provide age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws ( HIPAA) and adhere to hospital policies
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, administrators, and members of the health care team
• Maintain required credentials and licenses
• Follow proper procedure to report equipment failures
• Adhere to hospital safety and regulatory( DNV, ODH, etc.) standards

Additional Responsibilities

• Follow Radiology communication plan
• Completing annual training before deadline as required by hospital leadership
• Must demonstrate the ability to work independently
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.