University of Missouri Health Care

Sonographer I - Cardiac Testing - Full time

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registry eligible, requiring certification within two years from ARDMS, CCI, or ARRT.
  • Ability to interact effectively with patients while following AIDET principles.
  • Commitment to maintaining current certifications and licensure status.
  • Experience in ultrasonography equipment and procedures teaching.
  • Capacity to manage quality control checks and equipment integrity.

Responsibilities

  • Articulate understanding of data flow in the cardiac testing area.
  • Collaborate with management to enhance patient satisfaction and departmental efficiency.
  • Provide instructional support to residents, fellows, and staff on ultrasonography procedures.
  • Conduct quality control checks and assist in additional quality assurance testing.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in patient care.

Benefits

  • On-site work arrangement promoting direct collaboration with team members and management.
  • Structured workweek with predictable day shift schedule, allowing for work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to engage in additional training and certification.
  • Supportive environment focused on patient care and satisfaction.
Full Job Description
Shift: Monday through Friday day shift - 8 hour shifts between 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Some weekends and holidays required. No call.

Work Arrangement: On-Site
Department: Cardiac Testing

Facility: University Hospital - 1 Hospital Drive Columbia, MO 65212
Compensation:
Base Pay Range: $32.82 - $57.60 per hour, based on experience
Shift Differentials: Additional $2.50 per hour for weekend shift

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION
• Articulate precise understanding of how data flows in and out of the modality work area. Be attentive to patient satisfaction results and collaborate with management team on ways to improve the department in general and facility overall. Seek ways to improve systems and services. Assist with providing instruction to residents, fellows, students or other staff regarding ultrasonography equipment and procedures. Demonstrate ability to meet and sustain departmental expectations while completing work assignments as it pertains to patient care in an ethical manner.
• Maintain integrity of equipment with careful manipulation at all times and complete required quality control checks routinely. Assist the Medical Physicist in performing additional quality assurance testing as needed. Demonstrate sustained ability when interacting with patients, to follow the AIDET principles (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Expectation and Thank You). Ensure confidentiality of all patient information is maintained. Maintain current certifications and licensure status. Understand time clock expectations and adhere to attendance and punctuality guidelines. May complete unit/department-specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Registry eligible. Sonography-related certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within two (2) years as a condition of continued employment in this job classification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

About University of Missouri Health Care

The University of Missouri Health Care is a healthcare system affiliated with the University of Missouri. The system includes several hospitals and clinics, as well as a medical school and research facilities. The system is based in Columbia, Missouri, and serves patients throughout the state. The University of Missouri Health Care is known for its expertise in a variety of medical specialties, including cancer care, cardiology, and neurology. The system is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and to advancing medical knowledge through research and education. The University of Missouri Health Care has been recognized for its excellence in healthcare and has been ranked among the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
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