Sonographer PRN

SSM Health; Missouri; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Sonographer to join their team. In this role, you will perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures, ensuring high-quality images for patient care. This position offers a flexible PRN schedule, allowing you to contribute as needed while maintaining a work-life balance. With a focus on patient safety and quality standards, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional healthcare services. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and provides opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Payment Options

Upfront Tuition Coverage

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or completion of a sonography certification program required.
• No prior experience necessary, but certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic procedures using ultrasound waves to examine tissue.
• Ensure equipment functionality and quality control of images.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and orderly department.

Skills

Ultrasound Imaging

Patient Care

Safety Standards

Quality Control Procedures

Education

Associate's Degree in Sonography

Sonography Certification

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

Job description

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

MO-SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton

Worker Type: PRN

Job Highlights:

· Department: Sonography

· Schedule: PRN as needed

· Pay Range starts at: $35 Daily pay available!

· Location: MO-SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton, MO

ARDMS or CCI registry which can include Abdomen (AB), Breast (BR), OB/GYN, Vascular (RVS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. *

* Qualified external candidates only

Fulfill your calling and be a part of the SSM Team. Apply Today!

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

• Associate's degree or completion of a sonography certification 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

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

• 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)

Work Shift: PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)

Job Type: Employee

Department: 3012000113 Vascular Lab

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Benefits:

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).

• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.

• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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