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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Cleveland, OH, US


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req#: 271572
Location: Cleveland, OH

Facilities: Cleveland Clinic Main Campus,

Professional Area: Allied Health

Department: 3564 Division Of Radiology-Diagnostics Institute

Job Code: D24019

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Day/Evening/Night/Weekend

*This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000* 

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer 

Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers use imaging devices that emit sound waves to create the image that will help physicians assess and diagnose various conditions. There are different kinds of imaging devices, this includes ultrasounds, sonograms, and echocardiograms. Generally sonographic imaging devices use a handheld probe, which is moved over the area being surveyed to create a two-dimensional or three-dimensional image. These devices can be used for therapy, diagnosis, and even to guide interventional procedures like biopsies or draining fluid collections. 
 

A caregiver in this position works days/evenings/nights/weekends from 8:00AM – 4:30PM or 3:00PM – 11:30PM.  

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

  • Perform diagnostic sonographic imaging through the application of non-ionizing, high-frequency sound waves for patients of all ages.  

  • Perform ultrasound studies (i.e. obstetrical, GYN, abdominal, retro peritoneal, small parts, pediatric, and vascular). 

  • Consult with referring physicians regarding patients' medical history and selection of appropriate procedures and equipment required for proper diagnosis. 

  • Review charts, previous reports and requisition prior to the exam. 

  • Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation. 

  • Ensure patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam. 

  • Assist with scheduling of patients and schedule all emergency patients for diagnostic ultrasound procedures. 

  • Monitor all appointments scheduled for ultrasound examinations. 

  • Perform preliminary research on patients when preparations are not provided and determine priority of patients based on the daily schedules. 

  • Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS. 

  • Complete after hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork. 

  • Immediately report any malfunctions to help desk and PACS Administrator. 

  • Process billing via RIS.  

  • Ensure proper function of ultrasound equipment and notify clinical engineering of any equipment malfunctions. 

  • Adequately supply exam rooms with linen and related medical supplies. 

  • Assist with clinical instruction of ultrasound students and residents and in-service education of caregivers. 

  • Assist with orienting new caregivers to the equipment, department procedures and scanning protocols. 

  • Demonstrate ultrasound equipment for caregivers and visitors. 

  • Potentially rotate through all diagnostic imaging modalities, sites and/or locations. 

  • Assist in new investigative techniques, procedures and equipment. 

  • Maintain the most up to date knowledge in the field through self-motivated education and attendance of appropriate conferences and symposiums. 

  • RDMS must be maintained and in good standing. 

  • If working within the Imaging Institute, perform non-invasive vascular studies to include veins, arteries, pulse volume readings and assist the physician during invasive studies.  

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

  • Graduate of an accredited school in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and in good standing. 

  • Registered Diagnostic Sonographer (RDMS) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) RT(S) or RT(VS) upon hire.  

  • One certification within abdominal (RDMS, AB), OB/GYN (RDMS, OB/GYN) or vascular (RVT, VT) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) upon hire. The other two certifications must be obtained within twelve months of hire. 

  • Two years of recent modality experience.  

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). 

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/  

Physical Requirements:

  • Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.

Personal Protective Equipment:

  • Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our tobacco free and drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substance and nicotine. All new caregivers must clear a nicotine test within their 90-day new hire period. Candidates for employment who are impacted by Cleveland Clinic Health System’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after one year.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

 

Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.

Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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