Sonographer II - Sheltering Arms - PRN Job at Golden Hill Post Acute Care, Richmond, VA

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  • Golden Hill Post Acute Care
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

**$6,000 sign-on incentive available for offers accepted by June 30th, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply**

The Sonographer job performs the practice of ultrasonography and is responsible for the administration of high-frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques to humans of all ages (newborn to geriatric) for medical purposes. A Sonographer/Technologist performs ultrasonography procedures and related techniques, producing images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.

Job Description Summary
The Sonographer job performs the practice of ultrasonography and is responsible for the administration of high-frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques to humans of all ages (newborn to geriatric) for medical purposes. A Sonographer/Technologist performs ultrasonography procedures and related techniques, producing images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.

**Primary site is Sheltering Arms Institute but expected to rotate to other ambulatory sites to cover open shifts**

Core Competencies 

  • Perform all the duties of a Sonographer I.

  • Capable of providing accurate explanations and instructions to the patient and family using age-appropriate language and verifying that the patient understands and agrees to the completion of the ordered exam. 

  • Capable of performing ordered exams or therapy in accordance with established imaging protocols while respecting the patient’s ability and comfort. 

  • Capable of adhering to policies and utilizing protocols to determine that expected outcomes have been met.  

  • Capable of documenting deviations from protocol and/or patient-specific issues that may impact image quality. 

  • Capable of notifying the appropriate health care provider when the immediate clinical response is necessary based on procedural findings, patient condition, or other relevant concerns that may impact patient safety or care.   

  • Expected to complete all required post-processing, image display, preliminary reporting, and transfer for physician review in a timely manner. 

  • Expected to demonstrate timely order closure, charge entry, and PACS QA completion.

  • Expected to routinely cover open shifts as appropriate based on level of competency. 

Advanced Competencies 

Expected to perform all ultrasound-guided procedures, including but not limited to drainages, aspirations, and biopsies.

Knowledge and Competency 

Experienced and competent in routine and complex studies. 
Complete understanding of technical standards, scope of practice, department and health system policies, and safety and service standards.
Complete understanding of imaging equipment, image processing software, instrumentation, and ancillary patient care equipment.  

Education, Certification & Experience

The position requires certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) as a sonographer ARRT(S) or RDMS or CCI certification in medical sonography or RDCS certification in cardiac sonography or RVT certification as a Vascular Technologist. BLS for Healthcare Providers.  Must have completed their 6-month orientation.
(Individuals with at least one year of experience can be hired directly into this role.)

Primary site to cover Sheltering Arms Institute however it is expected to rotate to other ambulatory sites to cover open shifts

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.

Job Tags

Relief, Immediate start, Shift work

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