Sonographer Registered PRN

Conducts diagnostic and vascular ultrasonography procedures in order to provide data used by physicians in diagnosis and treatment purposes. Relays pertinent clinical information to the interpreting physician and observes patients during procedures for any abnormalities. Reviews patients chart/order/previous procedures and records information for interpreting physician viewing and accurate interpretation prior to beginning procedure. . Performs all procedures according to departmental policies in a timely and efficient manner. Selects appropriate equipment and transducer settings adjusts equipment controls by hand or manipulation according to specific orders and part of body to be examined.. Assists appropriate patients in assuming proper physical position and explain procedure to patients to elicit cooperation and calm apprehensions. Observes display screen to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes and then saves for permanent record.
Discusses examination with interpreting physician ordering physicians or other departmental personnel and seeks input from the interpreting physician to enhance technical skills.

Job Specification and Competencies:

Education: Completion of two/three years of occupationally specific education beyond high school in radiologictechnology ultrasonography other related education or on the job training/education.
Licensure: ARRT ARDMS RDCS Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) equivalent certification or Registryeligible. Registry eligible candidates must obtain registry status within 3 years of hire. CPR certification.
Experience: Completion of at least two years of occupationally specific education beyond high school in radiologic technology ultrasonography other related education or on the job training.

Why Saint Joseph Health System
Saint Joseph Health System is a not-for-profit multi-hospital health system located in North Central Indiana.

Our system includes:
254-bed acute-care hospital at the Mishawaka Medical Center
58-bed acute-care hospital at the Plymouth Medical Center
More than 85 providers in the Saint Joseph Physician Network

What we offer:

• NO mandatory overtime
• Benefits first day of employment (including: medical dental vision PTO life STD/LTD)
• Daily Pay
• Retirement savings account with employer match
• Generous paid time off programs
• Employee referral incentive program
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement
• State of the art equipment
• Supportive team approach
• Unlimited CEU

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.