Sonographer
Inova Health System
Alexandria VA 22310 US
_*Inova's Springfield Healthplex *_is seeking a passionate & experienced _*Sonographer*_ to join their team. Help us help those who need the most help & _*apply today!!!*_
*Sign on bonus & relocation assistance eligible.*
Inova’s hospitals are consistently recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals and Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades for excellence in healthcare.
We are proud to be named one of Forbes’ 2022 Best Employers for Women, #11 of 5,000+ facilities on NurseJournal’s national 2023 Best Places to Work as a Nurse list, and a Top Performer in the 2022 Healthcare Equality Index for LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality.
*Featured benefits: *
* Tuition reimbursement
* Student loan assistance – up to $10,000!
* Paid parental leave
* Retirement benefits with match from day one
* State-of-the-art medical and training facilities
*Job Summary:*
The Sonographer provides clinical services according to ultrasound practice standards and acts as a resource to students, residents, fellows, and other technologists to ensure optimal department functions. Administers sound patient care practices according to hospital and department policies and procedures to ensure the safety of patients. Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations. Demonstrates safety for patients, staff, and self as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines. Maintains equipment, exam rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition.
*Job Responsibilities: *
* Demonstrates knowledge of proper sterile technique and isolation precautions as they pertain to the various specialty procedures.
* Recognizes clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams and takes appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcomes.
* Demonstrates a thorough understanding of intravenous (IV) heparin locks and central line usage as they pertain to Sonography.
* Correctly identifies patients and their files by ensuring a high degree of accuracy. Identifies errors and takes immediate action for corrections. Tracks patients according to department procedures.
* Demonstrates proper care and aseptic cleaning of all patient-related equipment by following established department policies to ensure the quality of care provided to patients.
*Job Requirements:*
* Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. ARRT, ARDMS, RDMS or RVT registry eligible. Must be registry eligible and obtain certification within 18 months from date of hire.
* ARDMS, CCI or ARRT registered. Must have RVT/RVS/VS with specialty in Vascular or Neurosonology; or RDCS/RCS with a specialty in Adult Echo, Fetal Echo or Pediatric Echo; or RDMS/ARRT with at least two sonographer specialties (i.e. OB/GYN, Breast, AB).
* One year of experience in a hospital/healthcare environment in the performance of Specialized Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
* Basic Life Support Certification.
*About Inova Health System *
Inova is Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Our mission is to provide world-class healthcare – every time, every touch – to each person in every community we have the privilege to serve. Inova’s 22,000 team members serve more than 2 million individuals annually through an integrated network of hospitals, primary and specialty care practices, emergency and urgent care centers, outpatient services and destination institutes.
Inova’s five hospitals are consistently recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals and Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades for excellence in healthcare.
Inova is home to Northern Virginia’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and Level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Its hospitals have a total of 1,952 licensed beds.
*Inova’s Anti-Discrimination Employment Policy *
Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Pay: $52.51 per hour
Medical Specialty:
* Radiology
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Evening shift
* Monday to Friday
* Night shift
* Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
* Sonography: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
* ARRT, ARDMS or RVT (Required)
* BLS with the American Heart Association (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Alexandria, VA 22310: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
*Sign on bonus & relocation assistance eligible.*
Inova’s hospitals are consistently recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals and Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades for excellence in healthcare.
We are proud to be named one of Forbes’ 2022 Best Employers for Women, #11 of 5,000+ facilities on NurseJournal’s national 2023 Best Places to Work as a Nurse list, and a Top Performer in the 2022 Healthcare Equality Index for LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality.
*Featured benefits: *
* Tuition reimbursement
* Student loan assistance – up to $10,000!
* Paid parental leave
* Retirement benefits with match from day one
* State-of-the-art medical and training facilities
*Job Summary:*
The Sonographer provides clinical services according to ultrasound practice standards and acts as a resource to students, residents, fellows, and other technologists to ensure optimal department functions. Administers sound patient care practices according to hospital and department policies and procedures to ensure the safety of patients. Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations. Demonstrates safety for patients, staff, and self as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines. Maintains equipment, exam rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition.
*Job Responsibilities: *
* Demonstrates knowledge of proper sterile technique and isolation precautions as they pertain to the various specialty procedures.
* Recognizes clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams and takes appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcomes.
* Demonstrates a thorough understanding of intravenous (IV) heparin locks and central line usage as they pertain to Sonography.
* Correctly identifies patients and their files by ensuring a high degree of accuracy. Identifies errors and takes immediate action for corrections. Tracks patients according to department procedures.
* Demonstrates proper care and aseptic cleaning of all patient-related equipment by following established department policies to ensure the quality of care provided to patients.
*Job Requirements:*
* Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. ARRT, ARDMS, RDMS or RVT registry eligible. Must be registry eligible and obtain certification within 18 months from date of hire.
* ARDMS, CCI or ARRT registered. Must have RVT/RVS/VS with specialty in Vascular or Neurosonology; or RDCS/RCS with a specialty in Adult Echo, Fetal Echo or Pediatric Echo; or RDMS/ARRT with at least two sonographer specialties (i.e. OB/GYN, Breast, AB).
* One year of experience in a hospital/healthcare environment in the performance of Specialized Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
* Basic Life Support Certification.
*About Inova Health System *
Inova is Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Our mission is to provide world-class healthcare – every time, every touch – to each person in every community we have the privilege to serve. Inova’s 22,000 team members serve more than 2 million individuals annually through an integrated network of hospitals, primary and specialty care practices, emergency and urgent care centers, outpatient services and destination institutes.
Inova’s five hospitals are consistently recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals and Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades for excellence in healthcare.
Inova is home to Northern Virginia’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and Level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Its hospitals have a total of 1,952 licensed beds.
*Inova’s Anti-Discrimination Employment Policy *
Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Pay: $52.51 per hour
Medical Specialty:
* Radiology
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Evening shift
* Monday to Friday
* Night shift
* Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
* Sonography: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
* ARRT, ARDMS or RVT (Required)
* BLS with the American Heart Association (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Alexandria, VA 22310: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person