Sonographer

University Hospitals; Concord (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ohio is seeking a Sonographer to perform ultrasound examinations and ensure patient safety in compliance with hospital protocols. This role requires completion of an accredited sonography program and offers competitive pay along with sign-on bonuses for eligible candidates. Weekend and holiday rotation is required, with opportunities for full-time and part-time positions.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years experience

Sign-on bonus for full-time or part-time positions

Tuition reimbursement after six months

Qualifications

• Knowledge of various types of ultrasound equipment required.
• Experience in diagnostic medical sonography preferred but new graduates accepted.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ultrasound equipment and conduct exams according to safety protocols.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA regulations.
• Perform structured reporting and maintain competency for sterilization procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of sterile technique

Basic computer knowledge

Knowledge of ultrasound equipment

Education

Completion of an accredited program in a school of Sonography

High School Equivalent / GED

Job description

Job Description - Sonographer (250006B8)

Sonographer - ( 250006B8 )

Shifts: A variety of shifts are available including full-time, part-time, and PRN (location specific) Ask your recruiter for more details.

Weekend/Holiday rotation required for full and part-time positions.

Will consider new graduates.

Radiology candidates who accept a part-time or full-time position with University Hospitals are eligible for:

• 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).
• Tuition reimbursement after six months

A Brief Overview

A Sonographer (Ultrasound Tech) is a diagnostic medical professional whom provides diagnostic medical ultrasound exams consistent with their education and training, and in accordance with facility policies and procedures and applicable professional standards. The Sonographer is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, maintaining patient workflow, technical aspects of equipment maintenance, and quality assessment (QA). The Sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self motivated to increase their level of understanding and knowledge of the field, pathologically process and advancements in ultrasound technology.

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, ect) 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.

Education

• High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and
• Other Accredited Program: Completion of an accredited program in a school of Sonography (Required)

Work Experience

• 1 year of experience in diagnostic medical sonography (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of sterile technique and surgical procedures (Preferred proficiency)
• Basic computer knowledge. (Required proficiency)
• Knowledge of various types of ultrasound equipment. (Required proficiency)
• Basic knowledge of oxygen tanks, suction machines and IVAC pumps. (Preferred proficiency)
• Knowledge of computer stored images (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) and/or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) within one of eligibility to sit for registry (Required within 1 Year) and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)