Sonographer

SUMMARY

As a Sonographer, you play an important part in high-quality imaging exams needed to deliver quality care to our patients.

STATUS:  Full time           

LOCATION: Rochester General MOB       

DEPARTMENT: Imaging

SCHEDULE: M-F; Rotating schedule will fall within 7:15 am - 5:45 pm.        

ATTRIBUTES

• Compassionate, warm, and patient-focused

• Strong attention to detail

• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ultrasound Scans. Perform abdominal, vascular, OB/GYN, and/or transcranial Doppler ultrasound scans; produce ultrasound images and obtain all required measurements; assist attending physicians with invasive procedures under sonographic guidance

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

• Documentation. Note performance of scans in patient charts and complete preliminary reporting; phone preliminary reports into doctors’ offices or nursing floors at the request of the Radiologist

• Room Preparation. Clean, stock, and prepare the room daily

Minimum Qualifications:

• Effective June 1, 2023:  Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate OR Bachelor's Degree in Ultrasound required for all new hires

Required Licensure/Certification:

• For Radiology sites/affiliates with ACR accreditation, Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) certification is required (within 6 months of graduation from Commission on Accreditation of Allied Programs (CAAHEP), or within 18 months of graduation from a non-accredited program).  

• If hired prior to September 1, 2022, a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer is required by March 1, 2023.  

• For Neurovascular & Vascular, the RDMS is not required.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$35.00 - $47.00Rochester14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.