Sr Sonographer (Vascular and Cardiac)
We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities. Job Description Summary: $15,000 SIGN-ON BONUS External applicants may be eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus with a one-year work commitment. Previously employed applicants who have been gone from the organization more than 90 days may also be eligible. The Senior Sonographer is responsible for proficiently performing all diagnostic tests such as echocardiograms, vascular studies, all research protocols, advanced quantification studies and follow-up paperwork for each procedure as determined by regular quality evaluation from team lead and medical director. The Sr Sonographer has regular involvement and a leadership role in the implementation and execution of the lab’s QI program as required for accreditation. This is a Monday-Friday, day shift (8:00a-4:30p) position located at the OhioHealth Barks Road location in Marion, Ohio. Candidate must be registered in cardiac and/or vascular sonography. At this location, the sonographers perform echocardiograms including bubble studies and the use of Definity as well as stress echocardiograms. Vascular exams include carotid duplex, upper and lower arterial duplex and physiologic studies, aortoiliac duplex, aortic aneurysm duplex, and renal artery duplex studies. Experience scanning patients who have had vascular intervention including stents, bypass grafts, endografts, fistulas, etc. is preferred. Responsibilities And Duties: 50% Performs ultrasound imaging. 20% Prepares required reports. 10% Reviews results of echocardiogram with physicians and performs quality assurance activities. 10% Coordinates QI and regular audits with Team Leads. 5% Training and precepting other sonographers as needed. 5% Maintains files. As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time Minimum Qualifications: High School or GED (Required)BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Additional Job Description: SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE Minimum in a two year allied, patient related healthcare program (i. e. , sonography, radiology, respiratory therapy, occupational therapy, or RN) AND either registered (RDCS or RCS) or registry eligible (RDCS or RCS) with registry obtained within 12 months of hire. BLS Demonstrated knowledge of CareConnect (charges and modifiers), as well as Fuji/Synapse Work Shift: Day Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40 Department Ultrasound Amb Join us! if your passion is to work in a caring environment if you believe that learning is a life-long process if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry Equal Employment Opportunity OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment
