Diagnostic Medical Sonographer PRN

Performsdiagnostic ultrasound procedures on patients of all ages according to approved protocols ultrasound exposure safety and established exam indicators. Schedules and obtains history from patients. Evaluatesthe appropriateness of requested exams andassist radiologists. Maintainsknowledge of equipment and instruments/supplies pertinent to high quality exams. Provideseffective internal and external patient communication consistent with age and mental travel between sites expected.

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Colleague must obtain a Medical Imaging License issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) prior to hire date.

• RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography-ARDMS) required if registry not currently held employee must be registered within one year as condition of continued employment.

• Abdomen (ABD)andObstetrics/Gynecology (OB/GYN)registriesas provided by theARDMSrequired within one year of employment.

• Registered as a Radiologic Technologist by theAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)preferred.

• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hireunless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALSoras defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Knows understands incorporates and demonstrates the Organizations Mission Vision and Values in behaviors practices and decisions.

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate Child Adolescent Adultand Geriatricas applicable).

• Revenue Management:ensuresthe accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients.

• Performs ordered procedures according to subspecialty protocols and procedures ensuring that optimum exams are acquired in an efficient and timely manner.

• Responds to all patient care criteria according to SARMC policies and procedures for patient care including but not limited to Code Blue Preparedness Universal Precautions Radiation Safety Standards and CPR.

• Keeps accurate and updated documentation of medications on inventory and medications utilized.

• Schedulespatients and radiologists for procedures utilizing specialty area and departmental scheduling protocols.

• Maintains availability when on call and responds within 30 minutes. Isflexiblewith shifts and patient assignments including filling shifts in order to cover sick leave time off and bereavement within the Health System.

• Makes productive use of time and ensures that department is stocked clean and orderly and all assigned tasks are completed.

• Must be able to work independently.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.