Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

About the Role

As our Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, you will provide quality patient care and perform high-quality images and exams, acting as a clinical resource and role model for unit personnel. You will maintain sensitivity to patient needs, demonstrate leadership abilities, and assure current standards of practice for the unit, contributing to the overall excellence of the medical imaging department.

To be successful in this role, you will possess strong technical proficiency in medical sonography, a commitment to patient-centered care and quality imaging, and the ability to serve as a resource for best practices within the unit.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of ultrasound procedures including, but not limited to, abdominal, pelvic, OB, head, extremity, retro peritoneal, small parts, and vascular.
• May perform cardiac procedures as required by entity.
• Practices all rules and regulations pertaining to radiation safety, reducing personal and patient exposure to “as low as reasonably achievable” (ALARA).
• Produces quality images in a complete, accurate, and timely manner.
• Provides information and instruction to patient and/or family regarding the procedure and responds to their physical and emotional needs.
• Observes patient and equipment during the procedure and reports/documents unusual occurrences and records patient’s condition.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• ARDMS registered RDMS(OB/GYN) or (AB) or (BR); or ARRT registered R.T.(S)(ARRT) or R.T.(S)(BS)(ARRT).
• ARDMS registered RVT(VT) or ARRT registered R.T.(S)(VS)(ARRT); or ARDMS registered RDCS(AE) or (PE) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCS).
• BLS through American Heart Association.
• For the state of UT: LRT.

Qualifications

• Preferred Associate's Degree.
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree.
• One (1) year of ultrasound experience.

About the Workplace

Founded in 1875, Holy Cross Hospital Salt Lake has provided high-quality healthcare for residents of the Salt Lake Valley for more than a century. Conveniently located near the heart of the city, this historic acute care hospital remains one of the most trusted medical centers in Utah. The team is focused on providing patients with leading-edge medical expertise and compassionate care.

Holy Cross Hospital Salt Lake offers comprehensive orthopedic care, wound care, 24/7 geriatric, psychiatric, and cardiac services, life flight services, and is a State-certified heart attack center. The hospital is situated in a thriving community with quick access to parks, canyons, winter sports, climbing, backpacking, and the picturesque Wasatch range of the Rocky Mountains.

Pay

$31.48 - $47.64 per hour.