Ultrasound Sonographer (PRN)

Wheeling Hospital; Wheeling (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheeling Hospital seeks an Ultrasound Sonographer (PRN) to perform a full range of diagnostic imaging. The role requires completion of an accredited training program and certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days. This is an entry-level, full-time role with a $15,000 sign-on bonus and opportunities for professional development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $15,000

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.
• Registered by the ARDMS or ARRT with certification in one specialty after hire.
• Completion of AB certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound imaging and associated patient care.
• Produce sonographic medical images for diagnosis and treatment.
• Educate patients about sonographic procedures.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Completion of a C.A.H.E.P. accredited training program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Job description

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Performs a full range of diagnostic ultrasound imaging/therapeutic services and associated patient care which support the Radiology Department mission to provide diagnostic information for the subsequent treatment of patients at WVU Hospital.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Completion of a C.A.H.E.P. or comparable accredited training program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Completion of a C.A.H.E.P. accredited training program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• ARRT certification in Radiology
• Registered by the ARDMS or ARRT with certification in one specialty (AB, OB/Gyn, PS, RVT)
• Obtain AB (Abdomen) certification within 1 year of hire
  
  

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plans and performs imaging procedures to produce sonographic medical images for the diagnosis or treatment of patients meeting the equality of standards of the department as identified through professional literature, department protocol, policy and procedure.
• Demonstrates appropriate level of knowledge and technical aspects of the position, maintaining professional and technical competencies as required by the organization, the accreditation and licensing bodies (where applicable).
• Reviews the physician’s request completely for information on the procedure to be performed for each patient; refers any questions to the sonologist or referring physician before performing the study.
• Produces images of optimal quality.
• Maintains confidentiality of all Protected Health Information.
• Assesses patient’s needs related to comfort, hygiene and range of motion and provides support accordingly.
• Educates patients regarding sonographic procedures by explaining the procedure and answering questions accordingly.
• Promotes the team approach to providing Radiology services by positively interacting with the technical, support, nursing, residents and medical staff.
• Engages in problem solving, crisis management and systems implementation throughout the hospital to promote and support efficient, high quality, cost effective patient care.
• Performs as a clinical instructor meeting the quality of standards of the sonography education program as identified through professional literature, department, institutional and sonography education programs(s) protocol, policy and procedure.
• Evaluates and documents student clinical performance fairly, consistently and in a timely manner according to guidelines of the Educational programs.
• Maintains professional development in sonographic imaging and techniques.
• Participates in in-house training and development offerings and applies the resultant skills and knowledge to position performance, monitored by supervision.
• Display imaging techniques, patient care and guest relation behaviors in accordance with the ARDMS Code of Ethics, WVUH Administrative Policies and Procedures, WVUH Behavior Standards, Radiology Department Policies and Procedures, State and Federal Regulations, and The Joint Commission guidelines.
• Reports equipment failures immediately upon identification.
• Performs High Level Disinfection of ultrasound equipment per department policy.
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Differentiate various shades of gray as depicted on a black and white television monitor or photograph.
• Stand and walk for six to seven hours a day.
• Lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds of weight.
• Ability to push ultrasound machine for portable exams
  
  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Clinical setting.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Must have the ability to follow directions both written and verbal in English.
• Works with people utilizing a teamwork approach.
• Must have the ability to prioritize work tasks and multi-task.
  
  

Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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Exempt/Non-Exempt

Shift:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.

Cost Center

157 WH Ultrasound and Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Address

1 Medical Park Drive

Wheeling

West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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