Facility:Dayton Children's - Main Campus
Department:Ultrasound
Schedule:Full time
Hours:40
Job Details:This is a staff level position in which the sonographer produces quality diagnostic ultrasound exams on patients of all ages using Philips Epiq systems. The sonographer also performs portable exams as needed at the patient's bedside. Tasks are performed with minimal supervision and with strict adherence to quality parameters and protocols as determined by the department. The sonographer educates patients and their parents regarding procedures performed within the department. The sonographer recognizes and advocates for each patient being an individual with unique health care needs and provides considerate, respectful care affirming the patient's/parent's right to make decisions regarding their medical care. The sonographer will independently perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures utilizing proper techniques and protocols and obtain clinical history and data for correlation with US exam. Practice sterile technique as required. Coordinate patient flow and the activities of the Ultrasound Department. The sonographer works with other departments to provide a smooth continuum of care for individual patients. The Sonographer will maintain educational requirements for ARDMS, CPR and participate in hospital wide mandatory education.
Department Specific Job Details:Education:- Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography is required
Certification/Licensure: - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) is preferred at time of hire; required within one year of hire
- CPR is required.
- Hours: 1st shift Pediatric General ultrasound position. 8-hr shifts. Position is scheduled primarily at Main campus, with occasional shifts scheduled at off-site locations (Springboro/South campus, Springfield, and Troy). Weekend rotation is every 7th & 8th weekend which includes minimal on-call requirements for Springboro (South) on Saturday evenings. Holidays are required, with 1 major / 1 minor holiday, by rotation.
Education Requirements:Associates: Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Required)
Certification/License Requirements:ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, CPR: Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation - American Heart Association
Associated topics: ardms, cardiology, ccc, echocardiography, echocardiology, gyn, imaging, sonographer ultrasound, ultra, vascular
