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Catholic Health Initiatives

Sonographer

Catholic Health Initiatives, Collegedale, Tennessee, us, 37315

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Job Summary and Responsibilities Ooltewah Imaging Center

Monday- Friday 9a-5p

The Staff Sonographer performs departmental ultrasound examinations, assists the radiologists during procedures, produces high quality images.

Serves the following age – specific patient populations: pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.

Uses two patient identifiers

Compares doctor’s order to requisition for accuracy

Performs the correct exam

Includes all anatomy required to produce an adequate exam

Practices safe use of Cidex when cleaning probes

Routinely demonstrates the ability to prioritize workload

Coordinates multiple exams into the proper sequence to ensure no conflicts of exams

Assesses the doctor’s order and the patient’s diagnosis to determine optimal images

Assesses patient’s condition, comfort, and safety during procedures

Observes and reports to physician any change in patient’s condition during the procedure

Communicates accurate patient information in a timely manner to peers, physicians, and other departments

Uses all diagnostic, computer, and communication equipment within safe limits

Other duties as assigned by management

Job Requirements High School graduate or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound program

Registered/registry eligible in ARDMS Must be registered within 1 year of hiring

AHA BLS

Where You’ll Work CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Pay Range $27.35 - $38.26 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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