Diagnostic Medical Sonographer FT

Produces high-quality images for accurate interpretation while working collaboratively with other healthcare team members toward the best outcome for the patient and organization.

Shift Availability

Full Time, Days

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flex Spending Account and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with up to 4% employer contribution
• Earned Time Off
• Extended Illness Bank (Hospital contribution)
• Life Insurance (Employer Paid)
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Free 24-hour fitness center
• Hospital Indemnity
• MASA – Medical Transportation Solutions

Responsibilities

• Perform Ultrasound procedures using proper positioning and protocols for optimal diagnostic value in the outpatient, inpatient, and clinic setting.
• Proficient in or demonstrate ability and willingness to learn procedures in multiple modalities to assure adequate workload coverage.
• Maintain working knowledge of equipment with ability to manipulate and maneuver safely as well as recognize malfunctions for safety of patient and operator.
• Learn and maintain a working knowledge of current HIS, RIS, and PACS systems utilized within the department to ensure timely and accurate patient records.
• Obtain proper patient identification and medical history needed to ensure consistent and accurate patient care.
• Use safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Willingness to take evening and weekend call on a rotation basis with other Ultrasound Technologists in the Department.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent formal training program.
• Minimal experience required; 2–3 years of experience preferred.
• RDMS and RVT (VT) certification required; OB/GYN, AB, AE preferred.
• Kansas State Board of Healing Arts (Exempt if Sonogram only).
• Basic Life Support (BLS).

Skills

• Age-specific skills: Neonate through Geriatric.

Working Conditions

• Hazardous: OSHA Category 1: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.
• Environmental: Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise.
• Physical: Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, pushing, climbing, and lifting material or patients of more than 50 lbs.