Portsmouth , VA / DOD / Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Ultrasound Technologist)
Portsmouth , VA / DOD / Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Ultrasound Technologist)
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Job Title: Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Ultrasound Technologist)
Location: Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) VA 23708 and associated Branch Medical Clinics (BMC) and TRICARE Prime Clinics (TPC) within a 40-mile radius.
Primary duty station will be NMCP or Sewells Point Branch Medical Clinic. No telework permitted.
Work Schedule:
NMCP: Day:(32 shifts/week) Evening:(7 shifts/week) Night:(7 shifts/week)
Sewells Point: Day:(5 shifts/week)
On-Call & Call-Back: Required for after-hours coverage; must report within 60 minutes
Holidays: 33 shifts/year
Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience within the last 2 years independently performing sonographic exams in a clinical setting. One-year post-training ultrasound experience (training time not counted)
- License/Certification: BLS; Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) through ARDMS certified in Abdomen and OB/GYN.
- References: Provide 2 recommendation letters from the past 2 years verifying clinical and interpersonal skills. one from a radiologist or supervisory technologist and one from a healthcare peer or administrator. Each must include the referees name title contact info date and signature.
Responsibilities:
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound exams across a wide range of specialties including Abdominal OB/GYN vascular soft tissue small parts and pediatrics
- Emergency and STAT exams (e.g. appendicitis ectopic pregnancy torsion) NICU imaging (e.g. head bowel)
- Assist with interventional procedures under ultrasound guidance (e.g. aspirations biopsies)
- Document clinical findings and exam data accurately in MHS Genesis; transmit images to PACS
- Prepare and position patients safely; explain procedures and ensure comfort and privacy
- Maintain and disinfect equipment and examination rooms per infection control protocols
- Perform daily quality control (QC) checks and participate in ongoing staff training and performance reviews
- Support department operations through shift hand-offs crash cart checks and supply restocking
- Coordinate care with physicians nurses and support staff to ensure high-quality patient outcomes
Prime Physicians is a physician-led The Joint Commission (TJC) Accredited ISO 9001 certified and CMMI Level 3 appraised organization. Our commitment extends beyond traditional consulting and management services offering comprehensive solutions to hospitals health systems and federal government agencies. At the heart of our operations is the ultimate goal to deliver high-quality patient care. Driven by a mission to catalyze healthcare transformation and innovation we offer an array of services designed to redefine the healthcare landscape. From program and project management to strategic planning we enhance operational efficiency and streamline business processes. With Prime Physicians the future of patient care is in skilled and dedicated hands leading the way towards a more efficient effective and compassionate healthcare system.
Employment Type
Full-time
