Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, you will provide quality patient care and perform high-quality images and exams, acting as a clinical resource and role model for unit personnel.

Every day you will maintain sensitivity to patient needs, demonstrate leadership abilities, and assure current standards of practice for the unit, contributing to the overall excellence of the medical imaging department.

To be successful in this role, you will possess strong technical proficiency in medical sonography, a commitment to patient-centered care and quality imaging, and the ability to serve as a resource for best practices within the unit.

• Performs a variety of ultrasound procedures including, but not limited to, abdominal, pelvic, OB, head, extremity, retro peritoneal, small parts and vascular.

• May perform cardiac procedures as required by entity.

• Practices all rules and regulations pertaining to radiation safety, reducing personal and patient exposure to "as low as reasonably achievable" (ALARA).

• Produces quality images in a complete, accurate and timely manner.

• Provides information and instruction to patient and/or family regarding the procedure and responds to their physical and emotional needs.

• Observes patient and equipment during the procedure and reports/documents unusual occurrences and records patient's condition.

We are offering a $7500 sign on bonus in addition to up to a $8000 relocation assistance to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma/G.E.D

• ARDMS registered RDMS(OB/GYN) or (AB) or (BR); or ARRT registered R.T.(S)(ARRT) or R.T.(S)(BS)(ARRT)ARDMS registered RVT(VT) or ARRT registered R.T.(S)(VS)(ARRT);or ARDMS registered RDCS(AE) or (PE) or Cardiovascular

• Credentialing International (RCS)

• BLS through American Heart Association

Preferred

• Associate's Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• One (1) year of ultrasound experience

• For the state of UT: LRT

Where You'll Work

St. Catherine Hospital, located in Garden City, Kansas, was founded by two pioneering physicians and the Dominican Sisters. They created and maintained the spirit that has enabled St. Catherine Hospital employees to develop a thriving health care facility unlike any other in southwest Kansas. Like many of the families and businesses in our community, our roots run deep 85 years of excellence and counting. Residents of Garden City enjoy life in a relaxed, small-town (population approx. 30,000) with a zoo, several parks, golf courses, modern shopping and more.