Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

About the role

Join Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Located in Dover, Ohio, Union Hospital is an award-winning not-for-profit community hospital serving the communities of eastern Ohio. Community and personalized care are at the forefront of Union Hospital’s values.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic sonographic imaging through the application of non-ionizing, high-frequency sound waves for patients of all ages.
• Perform ultrasound studies (i.e. obstetrical, GYN, abdominal, retro peritoneal, small parts, pediatric, and vascular).
• Consult with referring physicians regarding patients' medical history and selection of appropriate procedures and equipment required for proper diagnosis.
• Review charts, previous reports and requisition prior to the exam.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Absorb, archive, transmit and print images via PACS.
• Complete after hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.
• Immediately report any malfunctions to help desk and PACS Administrator.
• Process billing via RIS.
• Maintain the most up to date knowledge in the field through self-motivated education and attendance of appropriate conferences and symposiums.
• Ensure proper function of ultrasound equipment and notify clinical engineering of any equipment malfunctions.
• Adequately supply exam rooms with linen and related medical supplies.
• Aid in clinical instruction of ultrasound students and residents and in-service education of caregivers.
• Aid in orienting new caregivers to the equipment, department procedures and scanning protocols.
• Demonstrate ultrasound equipment for caregivers and visitors.
• Potentially rotate through all diagnostic imaging modalities, sites and/or locations.
• Assist in new investigative techniques, procedures and equipment.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and in good standing.
• Registered Diagnostic Sonographer (RDMS) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) RT(S) or RT(VS) upon hire.
• One certification within abdominal (RDMS, AB), OB/GYN (RDMS, OB/GYN) or vascular (RVT, VT) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) upon hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
• One year experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
• Physical Requirements: Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.

Skills

• Knowledge of ultrasound equipment and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Flexible work schedule.

Pay

Pay Range Minimum hourly: $35.25 Maximum hourly: $53.00

Schedule

This opportunity provides hands-on learning and the ability to enhance your skills each day at an elite healthcare organization. A caregiver in this position works evenings from 2:00PM – 10:30PM.