Sonographer (PRN)

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Sonographer (PRN) to join our team!

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Department

Ultrasound

Job Summary

Under the direction of a radiologist, performs ultrasound examinations at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Performs a variety of technical imaging procedures that require independent judgment, appropriate technical skills in ultrasonography, and a commitment to patient safety, all of which are considered requisite professional characteristics for individuals assuming the position as a sonographer.

Essential Functions:

• Performs high quality US imaging studies by selecting specific software parameters that will produce a quality image for use by radiologists in their determination of a diagnosis. Lack of negative complaints from radiologists about inadequately performed US examinations indicates the standard has been exceeded. More than 3 complaints per year about image quality indicate failure to meet the standard. 10% (10%)
• Operates US equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, and bodily masses such as fluid accumulations. Observes equipment monitor during imaging scan to ensure that the image produced is of diagnostic quality, making adjustments to the equipment as required. Selects appropriate equipment settings and adjusts patient positions to obtain the best sites and angles. Lack of incidents and/or complaints indicates exceeds standard performance. More than 3 complaints per year regarding image quality indicates failure to meet standard. 10% (10%)
• Operates, on a day-to-day basis, PACS applications to include: archiving activities; image auto-routing and pre-fetching tasks; image quality assurance; and other related activities. Lack of incidents and/or complaints about PACS user interface activities indicates exceeds standard performance. More than 2 complaints per quarter about image management indicate failure to meet standard. 10% (10%)
• Ensures patient safety, comfort, and personal dignity by following appropriate patient care guidelines to include use of 2 patient identifiers. Transports patients to and from the Department of Radiology, as needed, to prevent patient flow delays. Lack of complaints indicates exceeds standard performance. More than 3 complaints per year indicate failure to meet standard. 10% (10%)
• Prepares patient for an ultrasound study by explaining the study, transferring this individual to the examination table, applying gel, and positioning the patient appropriately for the US study. 10% (10%)
• Uses Radiology Information System (RIS) system to input patient examination data and to place patient orders (as appropriate). Less than 2 incidents of incomplete work per month indicates exceeds standard. More than 4 incidents per month indicate failure to meet standard. 10% (10%)
• Verifies the physician order and relevant patient’s history in the medical chart. Prior to performance of an US examination, consults with the relevant radiologist to obtain a written imaging study protocol. Lack of complaints and/or incidents regarding incorrect US imaging protocols indicates exceeds standard. More than 3 complaint/incidences per year indicate failure to meet standard. 10% (5%)
• The sonographer scans all relevant clinical information into the PACS, assigns prioritization box for the radiologists’ work list, and then transmits current (and comparison images, when applicable) to the PACS. These activities must be completed immediately following examination completion, not to exceed 1 hour. 5% (10%)
• Documents, as appropriate, all pertinent information on clinical questionnaires (e.g., interim care form). This standard cannot be exceeded. 5% (5%)
• Assists in the maintenance of department inventory by ordering, stocking, and performing inventory checks on those medical supplies utilized when performing US examinations. Consistent availability of requisite US medical supplies indicate exceeds standard. More than 3 incidents of supply unavailability indicate failure to meet standard. 5% (5%)
• Maintains imaging and processing equipment by performing scheduled cleanings and tests; results of all cleanings and tests are documented, as appropriate. Contacts service personnel and notifies supervisory staff of equipment malfunctions. 5% (5%)
• Maintains a clean and orderly working environment through wiping down examination tables, changing linens, stocking supplies, and washing/disinfecting US equipment. The standard cannot be exceeded. 5% (5%)
• Attends and participates in departmental huddles, general intradepartmental meetings, and Radiology’s in services. Attendance at more than 90% of scheduled staff meetings indicates performance exceeds standard. Attendance at less than 50% of the meetings indicates failure to meet standard. 5% (5%)
• *Must pass registry certification test within 6 months of hire date (ARRT(S) or ARDMS). (0%)

Education:

• Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program two year hospital or college program accredited by the ARRT or ARDMS Required

Work Experience:

• less than 1 year No expereince Required

Licenses:

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required
• ARRT-American Registry of Radiologic Technologist-Sonography/AART(S) - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or
• RDMS-Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - ARDMS - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must show a high degree of judgment and skill in the use of US equipment and related technology.
• Knowledge of how to address age-specific care needs of patients.
• Demonstrated technical skill sets in the performance of US imaging studies.
• Effective interpersonal skill sets that lead to productive communications and collaborations.
• Competency in interpreting physician order requests for US imaging studies.
• Ability to exercise prudent judgment in selecting and configuring equipment settings to compensate for patient physiologic variances.
• Ability to consistently produce quality images of various anatomical structures.

Shift

Varies (United States of America)

Work Type

PRN/Intermittent

Salary

$34.58 - $51.87 / hr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with exceptional retirement contributions, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%
• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
• Community resource navigation support
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.