Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

  • $41.76–$61.73 Per Hour

Highlights

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital's commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service. Coordinate work to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency using and/or modifying established procedures, to assure timely completion of work in conformance with Hospital Policies and Procedures.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMA
Salary$41.76–$61.73 Per Hour

Description

Job Description - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) I (260904-50020603)

Job Description

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) I - (260904-50020603)

Purpose of Position: To produce high-quality ultrasound images and related data used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis and perform the following duties.

Description

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  1. Prepare, assess and educate patient for examination.

  2. Position patient to best demonstrate anatomical area of interest. Select appropriate imaging equipment for exam/procedure.

  3. Select technical factors/parameters/sequences to produce quality images. Optimize imaging parameters as required based on patient's habitus.

  4. Utilize clinical and technical knowledge to provide the physician with information required for an accurate diagnosis.

  5. Assist physicians, as required, in performing specialized and invasive ultrasound procedures, practicing aseptic surgical techniques.

  6. Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and procedures to ensure safety and comfort while preparing for and while undergoing ultrasound procedures

  7. Requisitions supplies and equipment, maintenance and repair services, and prepares related forms necessary for the continued operation of the department.

  8. Coordinate work to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency using and/or modifying established procedures, to assure timely completion of work in conformance with Hospital Policies and Procedures.

  9. Supports observation of new employees on procedures and operations of the department (Tech 2 and Tech 3).

  10. Participates in activities which promote professional self-growth and development; including maintaining CEU's/CME's.

  11. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers, and co-workers.

  12. Performs other work-related duties as assigned or requested.

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital's commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.

Qualifications

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Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer I: Grade S17R, Job Code 8252

  • Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

  • Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology.

  • Must meet one of the following qualifications:

  • (ARDMS) Credentialed by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers ( (must take and pass ARDMS registry within one (1) year of hire)

  • (ARRT) - Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in sonography

  • Registered in both Abdomen and OB/GYN by ARDMS within one year of hire.

  • (BLS)- Basic Life Support certification

  • All certifications and registrations must be maintained, active and current

Schedule Details: 36 Hours Per Week, (3x) 12-hour shifts, 7p-7a, every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Rotating Holidays *Sign-On Bonus Eligible!

Organization

: Cape Cod Hospital

Primary Location

: Massachusetts-Hyannis

Department: CCH-Ultrasound

Annual/Hourly: Hourly

Hiring Pay Range: $41.76 - $61.73

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