Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to join our team at St. James Hospital. As a per diem ultrasound technologist, you will perform all ultrasound examinations as requested by referring physicians, utilizing your expertise to select proper technical factors and operate equipment with precision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all ultrasound examinations as requested by referring physicians.
• Select proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.
• Select and operate equipment as directed.
• Assist physician with invasive procedures, preparing the room and patient, and using equipment as needed.
• Lift, move, and transport patients via wheelchair or cart.
• Maintain records of examination data and other pertinent information on patients.
• Secure and return supplies, including film, linen, medicine, and patient folders.
• Consult with others to obtain a complete clinical history and gather pertinent clinical data.
• Schedule cases to coordinate with other patient examinations.
• Transport patients when necessary.
• Take call as scheduled.
• Supervise student technologists in the clinical area.
• Attend educational programs as interest and availability allow.

• Formal training in diagnostic ultrasound techniques is required.
• Previous training in radiological sciences is helpful for anatomy and physiology, understanding of many disease processes, and typical sizes of structures.
• Ultrasound experience in a hospital setting is preferred.
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or eligible.
• Must have passed the RDMS physics exam.
• Must be detailed oriented and passionate about customer service.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate data entry keyboard.
• Excellent math, organizational, verbal communication skills.
• Experience with multiple systems, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Monographic and medical terminology preferred.

• Electrical energy and ionizing radiation may be present; PPE is provided.