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Nuvance Health Diagnostic Medical Sonographer-PRN in Danbury, Connecticut
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer-PRN
Location: Danbury, CT, United States
Requisition ID: 50332
Salary Range: 31.25 - 58.05 HOURLY
Work Shift: Variable shifts from 7am to 3:30pm, 7:30am to 4:00pm, 9:00am to 5:30pm, 3:30pm to 12:00am including weekends, holidays and call.
FT/PT/PD: Per Diem
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
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Attention Diagnostic Medical Sonographers - Ultrasound techs with generalist experience! The Danbury Hospital (part of Nuvance Health's 7 hospital system) is seeking a PRN Ultrasound Tech - Diagnostic Medical Sonographer that is ARDMS or ARRT(S) registered or registry eligible. Candidate must obtain registry within one year of hire. T We offer VERY competitive rates and a dynamic and passionate environment. PRN rate is $50/hour plus shift differentials. For immediate consideration, please email resume to
Christine.Petti@NuvanceHealth.org
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Summary:
Performs diagnostic procedures by producing, assessing and evaluating ultrasound images that are used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis. Provides interpreting physicians with oral or written summaries of technical findings, while simultaneously providing basic patient care and comfort.
Responsibilities:
Reviews the ultrasound requests in order to insure that the appropriate exam is being done based on the patient history and the physician's clinical assessment.
Ensures the safety and comfort of patients.
Processes the images taken and presents them, along with all necessary paper work, to the radiologists for interpretation.
Greets patients, explains the procedure and puts them at ease before the exam. Answers any questions.
Assists radiologist during performance of invasive procedures, including the taking of vital signs before and after the procedure.
Fits in-house exams and state outpatient exams into the existing schedule in order to ensure smooth work flow & limit patient waiting time.
Maintains familiarity with computer system in order to complete, reschedule, order and cancel exams as necessary. Knows how to recall a patient's radiology exam history as needed.
Keeps each room clean and stocked. Insures that diagnostic equipment is sanitized after each patient.
Interacts with nursing floors and receptionists to insure that patients have the appropriate preparation for their ultrasound exams.
Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
Required: One year (2,080 hrs) clinical experience must be completed prior to exam for ARDMS registry. ARDMS registration required within one year from date of hire.
ARRT,S Certification is acceptable for hire.
Minimum Experience: one year
Desired:
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 199
Department: Ultrasound
Exempt: No
PRN rate $50/hour plus shift differentials.
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