Sonographer I FT Imaging

Baptist Health; Homewood (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/matching

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)

Life Insurance

Extended Leave Plan (ELP)

Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care)

Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Baptist Health is hiring a Sonographer I for full-time midnight shifts. The role involves performing diagnostic sonographic imaging as part of quality patient care. The ideal candidate will work closely with Radiologists to ensure high-quality imaging while maintaining a professional demeanor.

Competitive benefits include health insurance, retirement savings plan with matching, and paid time off beginning on day one.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of sonography.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) required.
• Knowledge of ultrasound procedures and examinations.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic sonographic exams closely with Radiologist.
• Ensure proper patient positioning and image quality.
• Comply with quality control standards and patient safety.

Skills

Knowledge of routine ultrasound procedures

Competency in performing ultrasound examinations

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of sonography

Meets ARDMS eligibility guidelines

Tools

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

BLS/HealthCare Provider certificate

Job description

Position Summary

Sonographer I FT Midnight 7/7

LOCATION: Brookwood Baptist Imaging7131 Cahaba Valley Road Suite 101, Birmingham, Al 35242

SHIFT: This role would work Wednesday through Tuesday. 7 on/7 off. Versatile schedule to include 4-10 hour days (7:30pm-6am) and 3-12 hour days (6:30pm-7am).

Provides quality patient care when performing diagnostic sonographic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy forinterpretation and/or intervention.

At Baptist Health, our mission is to improve the health and quality of life for the individuals and communities we serve.

We offer competitive pay and benefits!

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/matching
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (up to 5 weeks to start)
• Life Insurance
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
• Family Care (childcare, elder care, pet care)
• Educational Benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt

ALL benefits start on day one!

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Works closely with Radiologist to perform diagnostic sonographic exams. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care. Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures. Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality. Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and commitment to excellence standards. Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs. Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results. Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented. Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation. Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated. Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks. Administers medical aid as required for any emergency situation. Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases. Assists in supervision of student sonographers and training of new sonographers. Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately. Ensures safety of all customers. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

Follows established standards of practice for image processing and interpretation. Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment. Maintains well stocked and organized work areas. May be required to work at any facility. Provides patient transport.

Qualifications

Education/Training

Graduate of an accredited school of sonography and meets American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) eligibility guidelines.

Licensure/Certification

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) registered through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certificate.
• Maintains ARDMS physics registry and one ARDMS registry.

Must be registered through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within twelve (12) months of hire.

Experience

Knowledge of routine ultrasound procedures and routinely demonstrates competency in performing ultrasound examinations pertinent to department.