Sonographer - Imaging Service

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health is seeking a Sonographer to provide quality patient care through diagnostic imaging. The role involves collaborating with Radiologists, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high standards of care. Join a team recognized for its commitment to excellence in pediatric healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Student Loan Repayment

Tuition Reimbursement

Childcare Backup

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Eligible for ARDMS certification.
• Knowledge of routine ultrasound procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Radiologists for diagnostic exams.
• Positions patient and equipment for high-quality images.
• Supervises and trains student sonographers.

Skills

Patient Care

Professional Judgment

Quality Control

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of sonography

Tools

Radiology Computer Systems

Job description

Position Summary

ORLANDO HEALTH ARNOLD PALMER HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN

Located on the downtown Orlando Health campus, Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children has been providing compassionate care to children, teenagers, and young adults of Central Florida for over 30 years. With 156 licensed beds and a team of experts in more than 30 pediatric specialties, the hospital has earned a “Best Children’s Hospitals” recognition by U.S. News & World Report for 14 consecutive years and has been named a Top Children’s Hospital by Leapfrog Group. The hospital has held Magnet Recognition for nursing excellence since 2013, with several units earning Beacon Awards for employing evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction. Our pediatric Level I Trauma Center and ER are the only facilities in Central Florida providing the highest level of emergency trauma care exclusively for children, and we are the only facility in Florida with Level I Children’s Surgical Verification and Level I Trauma Verification by the American College of Surgeons.

Orlando Health Arnold Palmer is part of the Orlando Health system, which includes award-winning hospitals, ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices, and outpatient facilities across Florida’s coasts and beyond. Our 27,000+ team members honor a legacy of over 100 years by providing professional and compassionate care to our patients, families, and communities.

We are committed to offering benefits that go beyond the expected, including career-growing free education programs and well-being services for you and your family. Benefits start from day one, with flexibility to support your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is our promise to you.

Come Join Orlando Health Team!

Top Reasons to Choose Orlando Health:

• Competitive Pay with shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends.
• All-inclusive benefits such as student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, elder and childcare backup, pet insurance, and more.
• Recognized as one of the 2020 “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare.
• Dedicated to the community, providing over $450 million in charity care and community programs.
• Forbes named Orlando Health as a Best-In-State Employer in 2021, highlighting our positive culture and support for team members.

Position: Sonographer - I

Provides quality patient care by performing diagnostic sonographic imaging and related procedures for anatomical demonstration and interpretation.

Shift: FT, 4-10 hour shifts, 8p-6:30a, Sun-Wed.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

1. Collaborates with Radiologists to perform diagnostic sonographic exams.
2. Uses professional judgment to ensure quality care and maintains a professional demeanor.
3. Provides appropriate care, recognizing patient conditions and completing procedures successfully.
4. Complies with all applicable state and federal regulations.
5. Aligns with Orlando Health’s mission and standards of excellence.
6. Assesses patient’s physical condition and specific needs based on age.
7. Provides clear instructions to ensure patient cooperation.
8. Performs proper patient identification, gathers clinical history, and documents accurately.
9. Positions patient and equipment to obtain high-quality images.
10. Evaluates images for technical quality, annotation, and proper demonstration of anatomy.
11. Follows Quality Control standards and participates in related tasks.
12. Administers medical aid in emergencies.
13. Applies standard precautions and PPE to prevent cross-contamination.
14. Supervises and trains student and new sonographers.
15. Utilizes radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
16. Ensures safety of all patients and staff.
17. Maintains regular and punctual attendance per policies and standards.
18. Adheres to all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

1. Follows standards for image processing and interpretation.
2. Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment.
3. May work at any facility as needed.
4. Provides patient transport as required.

Qualifications

Education/Training

Graduate of an accredited school of sonography, eligible for ARDMS certification.

Licensure/Certification

• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) through ARDMS.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• Maintains ARDMS physics and one other ARDMS registry.

Experience

Knowledge of routine ultrasound procedures and demonstrated competency in performing ultrasounds relevant to the department.