Sonographer

SSM Health; Shawnee (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

SSM Health Shawnee is seeking a PRN Ultrasound Technologist to perform diagnostic sonography and produce high-quality images for interpretation. Completion of a Sonography program and current RDMS/AB or OB/GYN certification are preferred; no prior experience is required for this per diem position.

This role emphasizes equipment setup, safety, and timely image submission to PACS while maintaining a clean, compliant department.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Sonography program is required.
• No experience required for this PRN role.
• Basic Life Support and RDMS/OB-GYN or Abdomen specializations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and adjusts ultrasound equipment and maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
• Implements safety standards and quality control procedures.
• Performs routine and complex imaging studies and submits high-quality images to PACS.
• Maintains a clean, organized department and ensures equipment functions properly.

Skills

Patient care

Equipment setup

Quality control

Communication

PACS

Education

Completion of a Sonography program

Job description

It\'s more than a career, it\'s a calling

SSM Health Medical Group Shawnee Kethley 3315

Worker Type:

PRN

Job Highlights:

Join a team where your work matters—every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you\’ll be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact. SSM Health – We bring out the incredible in you, everyday.

Job Summary:

Performs diagnostic procedures on patients using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structure, providing quality images for interpretation. The only registration requirement for this position is as a registered sonographer appropriate for the department in which the sonographer works.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures.
• Performs routine and complex studies and assists in a variety of imaging procedures.
• Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Ensures prompt submission of all high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, images labeled correctly and patient data/history).
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
• Maintains compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Completion of a Sonography program

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
• Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
• Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Rare kneeling and sitting.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• And
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Abdomen (AB) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Or
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Or
• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Or
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin

Work Shift:

PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

5671000024 SPS US

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.