Sonographer at 5000 Wellstar Medical Group, LLC

Mableton, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Diagnostic Study, Independent Judgment, Equipment Setup, Clinical History, Patient Identification, Emergency Response, Life Support Equipment, Sterile Technique, Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Quality Control, Infection Control, PACS Operation, RIS Operation, Ionizing Radiation Safety

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Summary Wellstar Cobb in Austell, Georgia is seeking a FT Day Weekend Registered Sonographer. The days and hours for the position are Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am – 10:30pm. This position will receive a specialty differential as well as evening and weekend differentials. The Registered Sonographer must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative. Assists with providing safe, age‑appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams per department protocols. Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative. Able to independently perform job functions. Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure. Sign On Bonus Position is eligible for Sign On Bonus and Relocation Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions Patient Care Verifies proper clinician order for procedure. Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions. Ensures proper patient identification and correct right/left marker usage. Reviews ultrasound images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients. Responds to emergency situations and maintains life‑support equipment. Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed. Observes patient condition and evaluates when physician intervention is necessary. Verifies correct identity of patient using two unique identifiers per policy. Ensures patient privacy and comfort; maintains dignity throughout the exam/procedure. Demonstrates competence in determining and applying appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on patient age. Organizes schedule, time and priorities to accomplish required activities within set timeframes. Follows physicians’ instructions during procedures and exams. Uses critical thinking skills. Dialogs with patient/family. Asks clarifying questions and seeks clarification on ambiguous orders. Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time Out when appropriate. Demonstrates and understands pre‑ and post‑procedural care. Preps the patient for the procedure. Demonstrates and understands sterile technique. Education and Communication Clearly explains exam purpose and nature using AIDET to reduce anxiety and improve cooperation. Ensures patient questions, concerns or contraindications are addressed; notifies physician when unresolved. Participates in orientation and training of departmental employees. Provides preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures to patients. Documentation is concise, legible and uses precise terminology. Reads email daily and follows through with assignments. Completes mandatory departmental and hospital‑wide education without prompting. Quality Control Consistently produces acceptable images as evidenced by provider feedback and quality audits. Ensures equipment is fully operational before each use by checking calibration and operating deficiencies. Sends all studies to PACS immediately after completion and prints CDs when needed. Prints and scans after‑hours teleradiography studies into PACS when applicable. Completes all studies in RIS before completing in PACS. Prints log sheets from teleradiography and submits to Radiologist when applicable. Performs and maintains quality control logs for probe disinfection and follows infection control policies. Operations Restocks linens and supplies and maintains the department in clean and orderly condition. Transports patients, positions them and assists them on and off the procedure table. Performs patient charging activities on the day the service is rendered. Applies supportive and immobilization devices and equipment when needed. Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others upon request and as time allows. Performs clerical and support duties as required to ensure continuity and quality of services. Keeps supervisor informed on responsibilities and reports potential problems promptly. Maintains individual productivity equal to coworkers. Operates all workstations associated with the ultrasound department. Pushes/retrieves images from the ultrasound console to PACS. Maintains Joint Commission and other regulatory agency standards. Takes call when necessary. Performs other duties as assigned. Equipment (Additional Duties) Adjusts technique to ensure the patient receives the lowest possible dose of ionizing radiation while maintaining image quality. Reports malfunctioning equipment promptly. Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment under infection control policy and departmental schedule. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education Graduate of an accredited Sonography Program — Required Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) (All required upon hire unless otherwise stated) ARDMS Registered Medical Sonographer or ARRT‑S Sonography Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association — Required Required Minimum Experience Successful completion of a Sonography Training Program — Required Minimum 1 year clinical experience — Preferred Required Minimum Skills Must exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills due to frequent interaction with physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and nursing staff. Routinely obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities. Able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and cooperation. Must function independently and under pressure while actively participating in a team environment. Must consistently demonstrate excellent customer service skills. Must perform effectively in a stressful and fast‑paced work environment. Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately. Must be detail oriented and able to multitask effectively throughout the work shift. Must communicate professionally with patients, families, coworkers, volunteers and physicians. Must function independently yet productively as a cooperative team member. Must comply with all hospital policies, practices, protocols and professional standards. Must be flexible, dependable, accountable and cooperative. Competent in all aspects of Ultrasound, patient positioning and exposure factors. Must understand anatomy and pathology and how they affect procedure quality. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Responsibilities

The Sonographer is responsible for providing safe, age-appropriate care by performing all required exams per department protocols, ensuring the acquisition of quality diagnostic studies through independent judgment and technical proficiency. Key duties include verifying orders, obtaining patient history, performing procedures, reviewing images for acceptability, and responding to emergencies.