Sonographer PRN

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis Worker Type: PRN 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 and Requirements: PRIMARY 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 documen...