Sonographer

Additional Information About the RoleNewly Approved Increased Compensation Package Now Available! BJC HealthCare is now hiring a Full-time Sonographer at our Alton Memorial Hospital location. New grads, upcoming grads, and experienced Sonographers welcome to apply! Position Details: Sign-On Bonus $5,000 (for eligible applicants)40 hours per week 4x10s or 5x8s Call Every 6th Day & Every 6th Weekend OverviewSince 1937, Alton Memorial Hospital has cared for residents in Alton, Illinois, and the surrounding communities in a five-county area. Starting as a land gift to the community from the Smith family, Alton Memorial today is a full-service acute care hospital. Alton Memorial offers patients a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery services, medical imaging, interventional and diagnostic heart services, cancer care, rehabilitation, 24-hour emergency care, ambulance services and more. The ultrasound department is located within the Radiology department of the hospital. The ultrasound department prides itself on being able to offer quality care Close to Home. Preferred QualificationsRole PurposeThe Registered Diagnostic Sonographer performs ultrasound imaging, including but not limited to abdominal, small parts, and obstetrical, to adult and/or pediatric patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders, and assist with needle procedures (i.e., biopsies, drainages, needle placements, etc.). May also perform vascular imaging ResponsibilitiesEnsures proper function and readiness of all equipment.Performs ultrasound imaging examinations and ensures proper documentation of procedures.Performs studies independently, may perform studies on-call, portable exams, and at other sites as required by work area.Minimum RequirementsEducationAssociate or Trade School EquiExperienceNo ExperienceSupervisor ExperienceNo ExperienceLicenses & CertificationsRDMS or equivPreferred RequirementsExperience<2 yearsLicenses & CertificationsCardiopulmonary ResuscitationRDCS or equiv Benefits and Legal StatementBJC Total RewardsAt BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire dateDisability insurance* paid for by BJCPension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC401(k) plan with BJC matchTuition Assistance available on first dayBJC Institute for Learning and DevelopmentHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal timeAdoption assistanceTo learn more, go to all benefits apply to all jobsThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer