Sonographer

Job Description

This position provides mobile ultrasound services to various care facilities nationwide, including nursing homes, home care facilities, and other medical locations. The role involves working in diverse settings while ensuring high-quality imaging and patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Self-dispatch or communicate with the dispatch department to obtain the day’s case load.
• Arrive at the first case location on time, prepared to perform ultrasound exams.
• Utilize portable sonographic equipment to perform medically ordered exams, ensuring clinically diagnostic and technically competent images.
• Digitally send completed ultrasounds to a Radiologist for interpretation.
• Regularly check for ongoing cases and maintain communication with dispatch.
• Follow all standard operating procedures for patient verification and exam order accuracy.
• Collaborate with facility staff for necessary patient positioning and transfers.
• Maintain sonographic equipment and vehicle in optimal working condition.
• Adhere to medical ethics while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and training as needed.
• Document and submit relevant paperwork daily according to protocols.
• Exhibit professionalism in communication with peers, clients, and supervisory staff.
• Complete all mandatory health checks and training as advised.

Qualifications

• Registered with ARDMS or CCI for vascular ultrasound (RVT or RVS certification required).
• Graduation from an accredited diagnostic ultrasound technology program.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to provide documentation on request.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage independently while demonstrating self-motivation and dependability.
• Basic proficiency with smartphone and computer operations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care FSA
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Physical Demands

The role requires the ability to lift and maneuver ultrasound equipment, which may involve moving equipment bags weighing between 18 to 20 pounds and employing wheeled carts for transport.

Work Environment

Work is performed in various medical facilities across the region, necessitating travel and flexibility in schedule based on case load and facility needs.