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Sonographer Student

SSM Health, Des Moines, Iowa, United States

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Sonographer Student Intern SSM Health, St. Joseph Hospital – St. Charles, MO.

Job Summary:

Provide ultrasound services to patients within the student scope of practice.

Job Highlights

Department: Sonography

Schedule: PRN hours aligned with academic schedule

Pay Range: $15/hour with daily pay available

Shift Differentials: night, weekend, and additional shifts

Location: St. Joseph Hospital – St. Charles, MO

Primary Responsibilities

Prepare and position patients and select exposure factors under direct and indirect supervision.

Follow safety standards and perform appropriate quality control procedures.

Assist supervising technologists and physicians in a variety of ultrasound procedures including pelvic, abdominal, small parts, routine vascular examinations.

May perform more complex imaging such as deep Doppler, guided interventional procedures (biopsies, ablations), and musculoskeletal ultrasound.

Record images, relay a clinical impression as indicated.

Maintain a clean, safe, orderly department (procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms).

Notify staff of supply needs, equipment malfunction, and maintenance requirements.

Work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Qualifications

Current enrollment in a 2nd year Sonography program.

No previous experience required.

Required Professional License and/or Certifications: None.

Physical Requirements

Constant standing and walking.

Frequent use of vision and depth perception (near 20 inches, far 20 feet).

Frequent use of hearing and speech for oral communication.

Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling of objects weighing 0-25 lbs.

Frequent lifting/moving of patients.

Frequent reaching, gripping, and data entry.

Occasional lifting/pushing of objects 25-50 lbs.

Occasional use of vision to identify colors.

Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, repetitive movements.

Rare kneeling and sitting.

Benefits

Paid parental leave: one week for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).

Flexible payment options via DailyPay for eligible hourly members (fees may apply).

Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible members.

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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