Sonographer PRN Float
SSM Health, El Paso, TX, United States
Job Summary
Performs diagnostic procedures on patients using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structure, providing quality images for interpretation. The registration requirement for this position is a registered sonographer holding two or more registries appropriate for the department(s) in which the sonographer works. Ex: ABD/OB, ABD/MSK, ABD/BR, OB/FE.
Job Responsibilities
Second registry must be used in primary department or secondary department 30% of the time.
Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures.
Performs routine and complex studies and assists in a variety of imaging procedures.
Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
Ensures prompt submission of all high‑quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, images labeled correctly and patient data/history).
Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
Maintains compliance with regulatory agencies.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Completion of a Sonography program
Experience
No experience required.
Physical Requirements
Constant standing and walking.
Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0‑25 lbs.
Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25‑50 lbs.
Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Rare kneeling and sitting.
Required Professional Licenses and Certifications
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA)
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Abdomen (AB) specialty – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Breast (BR) specialty – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) specialty – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Fetal Echocardiography (FE) – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Vascular (RVS) – CCI
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Musculoskeletal (RMSKS) – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Vascular Technologist (RVT) – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer with Adult Echocardiography (AE) – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer with Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) – ARDMS
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) – CCI
State of Work Location
Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
Work Shift
PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)
Job Type
Employee
Department
4206000007 Ultrasound
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Benefits
Paid Parental Leave: eligible team members receive one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay, providing instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage provided through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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.
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Performs diagnostic procedures on patients using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structure, providing quality images for interpretation. The registration requirement for this position is a registered sonographer holding two or more registries appropriate for the department(s) in which the sonographer works. Ex: ABD/OB, ABD/MSK, ABD/BR, OB/FE.
Job Responsibilities
Second registry must be used in primary department or secondary department 30% of the time.
Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures.
Performs routine and complex studies and assists in a variety of imaging procedures.
Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
Ensures prompt submission of all high‑quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, images labeled correctly and patient data/history).
Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
Maintains compliance with regulatory agencies.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Completion of a Sonography program
Experience
No experience required.
Physical Requirements
Constant standing and walking.
Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0‑25 lbs.
Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25‑50 lbs.
Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Rare kneeling and sitting.
Required Professional Licenses and Certifications
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA)
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Abdomen (AB) specialty – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Breast (BR) specialty – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) specialty – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Fetal Echocardiography (FE) – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Vascular (RVS) – CCI
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Musculoskeletal (RMSKS) – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with Vascular Technologist (RVT) – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer with Adult Echocardiography (AE) – ARDMS
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer with Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) – ARDMS
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) – CCI
State of Work Location
Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
Work Shift
PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)
Job Type
Employee
Department
4206000007 Ultrasound
Scheduled Weekly Hours
0
Benefits
Paid Parental Leave: eligible team members receive one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay, providing instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage provided through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
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.
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