Sonographer

RAYUS Radiology

$78K — $92K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma, or equivalent
  • Graduate of an AMA accredited sonography program or CAAHEP
  • Registered ARDMS sonographer in good standing
  • Sonography certification in imaging specialty
  • Licensed Sonographer in the appropriate state (if applicable)
  • Current CPR certification
  • Proficient in independent sonography procedures

Responsibilities

  • Screens patients for examination precautions
  • Explains sonography procedures to patients and prepares them accordingly
  • Performs routine and advanced imaging procedures independently
  • Adjusts scan parameters as necessary
  • Follows physician's orders and maintains accurate patient records
  • Maintains a clean work area and sanitizes equipment
  • Assists with training and supporting new team members

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption assistance
  • Pet insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
Full Job Description
The pay range for this position is $37.51-$44.54 based on direct and relevant experience. RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Sonographer/Ultrasound Technologist to join our team. As a Sonographer, you will be responsible for operating assigned scanner(s) to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes. Taking a patient centered approach, you will provide Sonography services within professional standards and with excellent customer service. This position is fulltime Monday-Friday with various day and evening shifts. Includes rotating call, weekends, and holidays. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (90%) Sonography Imaging 1. Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure the correct patient and procedure 2. Explains and prepares patients for sonography imaging procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately imaged 3. Performs routine and advanced Sonography imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure 4. Adjusts sonography scan parameters correctly and as needed 5. Follows physicians' orders precisely, conforms to safety regulations, to and accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS) 6. Maintains an orderly and clean work area, including sanitizing equipment, to promote good safety habits for patients and team members 7. Maintains the American College of Radiology (ACR) toolkit and accreditation requirements (5%) Sonography Department Support 1. Assist with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades 2. Monitor medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary 3. Assist with the training of new team members, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable (5%) Other Duties as Assigned 1. Completes other tasks and projects as assigned Required: 1. High school diploma, or equivalent 2. Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) accredited sonography program, or Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) 3. Registered American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) sonographer, current and in good standing 4. Sonography certification in imaging specialty (AB, BR, ObGyn, etc.) 5. Licensed Sonographer in the appropriate state (if applicable) 6. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification 7. Must have sufficient training and experience to perform sonography procedures independently Preferred: 1. Certification in ACLS (Advance Cardiac Life Support) 2. OSHA Class I exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens 3. Bilingual We offer benefits (based on eligibility) including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with company match, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, pet insurance, PTO and holiday pay and many more! Visit our career page to see them all www.rayusradiology.com/careers. DailyPay implementation is contingent upon initial set-up period. #LI-JH1

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