Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - PRN
Facility: Marsh Med Ctr Eau Claire, 2310 Craig Rd, Eau Claire, WI 54701, USA.
Job Summary
Responsible for performing ultrasounds in a professional and diagnostic manner. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images. Thoroughly understands the operation of the ultrasound machine and utilizes new technologies. Performs a variety of ultrasound examinations, establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with patients and staff, and maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times. Demonstrates empathy, compassion, integrity, and a strong understanding of cross‑sectional anatomy while conducting work professionally, even during high‑stress moments. Assists with accreditation requirements, follows age‑related protocols, coordinates with physicians and the healthcare team, and may provide assistance during invasive procedures. Supervises and trains students and medical sonographers as needed, reports equipment issues, and may expand responsibilities to include echocardiography depending on the facility.
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations and capture appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images.
- Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment, incorporating new technologies.
- Apply cognitive sonographic skills to interpret findings.
- Establish and maintain ethical relationships and rapport with patients and staff.
- Uphold high standards of medical ethics and professionalism, especially under stress.
- Assist with accreditation processes and ensure compliance with requirements.
- Follow age‑related protocols for various testing.
- Coordinate care with physicians and other healthcare team members, including assistance during invasive procedures when applicable.
- Supervise and train students and medical sonographers.
- Report equipment issues and submit in‑service requests as needed.
- Potentially perform echocardiography based on facility needs.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Imaging, Allied Health Certificate/Diploma, or minimum one year equivalent work experience (preferred).
- Registration in at least one of the following: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or registry‑eligible.
- Registry eligibility preferred within two years after hiring.
- If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and recertification as necessary.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record for employees providing outreach mobile services, with compliance to Sanford driver’s license policy and medical guidelines.
Schedule
- Shift: 8‑hour rotating shifts.
- Job schedule: PRN with flexible scheduling based on availability and department need.
- Call: One weeknight of call every 3 weeks and one weekend call approximately every 10 weeks.
- Weekly hours: Varies.
Pay
Salary range: $36.00 – $49.50 per hour.