Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Description Location: UCHealth UCHlth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion, US:CO:AuroraDepartment: Radiology UltrasoundWork Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: EveningsPay: $40.40 - $56.56 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experienceThis position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote optionClick here to connect with a Recruiter to learn more Minimum Requirements: Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program or Diagnostic Medical Sonographer program. Registered as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Vascular Technologist (RVT), or Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or certified in Sonography (S) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). State licensure if required by law. BLS - BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire. At UCHealth, We Improve Lives Picture yourself on a dynamic team improving lives in the following way(s): Provides top of scope practice in direct patient care Values a multidisciplinary team approach to achieve exceptional outcomes Models proficiency through precepting those new to UCHealth Welcomes new knowledge in a fast paced, innovative clinical environment Contributes to secure safety and quality at the point of care Sonographer:Reviews patient history, physician's orders and does scheduling. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Employees are our number one asset.UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. *RecognitionPerformance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment. Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living. Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive. Health and well-beingMedical, dental and vision coverage. Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents. Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources. Free Care.com membership. Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs. Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence. New employees receive an initial PTO load with first paycheck. Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options. Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option. Retirement and savings403(b) plan with employer matching contribution. Additional 457(b) plan may be available. Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings