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MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type:
Regular Job Highlights: $20,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time with 1+ year's experience in sonography!!* $15,000 Sign On Bonus for full-time with Schedule options include: 5-8's, 4-10's, No scheduled weekend shifts, just rotating call. Relocation assistance is available. * At St. Louis University Hospital, our academic setting allows for multiple cutting edge research studies which are currently being conducted in our echo and vascular labs. The Sonography Department at St. Louis University Hospital was the first in the region to offer the Venovalve in the vascular lab. Our supportive leadership fosters a team mentality and a close direct working relationship with our physicians. We have a dedicated resource center located in the imaging department as well as BLS mannequins. Convenient employee parking garage. SLU Hospital is an academic institute as well as a Level 1 Trauma facility that offers exceptional pay, benefits, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, matching retirement funds, and more! If you would like to be a part of this team, please submit your application today!
*Qualified external candidates only
Job Summary:
Performs diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies in general medical. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: Performs ultrasound procedures and examinations according to established department guidelines.
General ultrasound specific: Performs ultrasound examinations, including abdominal, small parts and gynecological procedures under the supervision of a radiologist according to guidelines set forth by American College of Radiology (ACR).
B) Clearly communicates & explains the exam procedure to the patient and any family member present to insure understanding and patient's consent for explained test.
C) Assesses patient's medical, cardiac or vascular status by taking a history before the exam.
D) Assembles a chart with the patient's information and enters information into the current PACS System or Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
E) Records all imaging studies (digital archive) for the Medical Director or his/her designee to review and interpret.
Supports all functions, goals and objectives of the department as well as development of any new programs.
DISCLAIMER: Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Job SpecificationsMinimum Education:
General Ultrasound Department: Graduate of an approved AS program in Medical Sonography or scheduled to graduate from approved BS program with RDMS(AS) certification
Minimum Experience: General Ultrasound Department: 2-5 years' experience in abdominal, musculoskeletal, breast and obstetrics and gynecology preferred
Required Course: (licensure/certification) General Ultrasound Department: BLS, RDMS(AB), preferred additional certifications in (BR) and (OB/GYN)
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. An individual working in their job classification must also perform specific tasks upon request by supervisor personnel. Furthermore, the duties and responsibilities for this job classification are subject to change at the discretion of the medical center.
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type:
Employee Department:
Ultrasound Scheduled Weekly Hours:40 SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Keywords: Ultrasound Technologist, sonography, diagnostic imaging, medical ultrasound, patient care, imaging procedures, healthcare, medical services, radiology, BLS certification