Ultrasound Sonographer
PeaceHealth
**Description**
*****Hiring Bonus and Relocation Assistance May Be Available*****
**Join Our Team as an Ultrasound Sonographer at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Beautiful Bellingham, Washington!**
Are you a highly experienced and compassionate Ultrasound Sonographer seeking a rewarding career in a supportive, mission-driven healthcare environment? PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, WA, a Leapfrog "A" Safety Rated hospital and one of America's Greatest Workplaces, is looking for you! We're offering a **Part-Time, 0.825 FTE, Night shift opportunity to join our dedicated team. Hiring Bonus and Relocation Assistance May Be Available!** We are particularly interested in applications from experienced sonographers.
**About the Role:**
As an integral member of our imaging team, you will perform urgent and emergent ultrasound exams on inpatients and ED patients, including limited vascular ultrasounds. Your expertise will be crucial in providing timely and accurate diagnostic information to our physicians. OB/Gyn and/or AB ultrasound experience/registry preferred. Vascular ultrasound experience would also be a plus! This position will be scheduled F **ridays from 10 PM to 7 AM, and Saturdays and Sundays 7 PM through 7 AM.** Additionally, you'll have the unique opportunity to occasionally cover absences at Peace Island Medical Center in beautiful Friday Harbor, Washington! Enjoy the charm of island life and a change of pace while contributing to our smaller, critical access hospital on San Juan Island. This position will also participate in the call and holiday rotation schedule to ensure fair and equitable coverage for our patients.
**What You'll Do:**
+ Use independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in performing diagnostic sonographic examinations utilizing ultrasound equipment in various modes and techniques to locate, evaluate, and record pertinent anatomical, pathological, and functional data. You'll be responsible for initial assessments, summarizing diagnostic data, and communicating this information with diagnostic images to the interpreting physician.
+ Perform most appropriate examination based on patient information through consultation with interpreting physician and/or ordering physician as necessary.
+ Record test results, prepare accurate preliminary reports with information appropriate to their scope of practice, and updates patient records for interpreting physician.
+ Organize daily work schedule and perform related clerical duties as required. May schedule and coordinate tests and prepare and maintain operational logs.
+ Maintain and calibrate equipment and order necessary supplies.
+ Prepare, supply, and equip exam rooms to meet the needs of requested examinations and to meet specific physician requirements for procedures.
+ Use independent judgment during exam to differentiate, within the scope of licensure, between normal and pathological findings.
+ Integrate previous imaging studies, laboratory results, patient history, and medical records to optimize exam.
+ Tailor exam to individual patient and utilize the most appropriate equipment settings to provide most diagnostic information for interpretation.
+ Perform other duties consistent with your scope of practice, training, experience, and licensure/registration/certification.
What You'll Bring:
+ Accredited School of Ultrasound Sonography required, or equivalent education and/or experience as required for obtaining certification/license/registration as required by the national registry through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
+ Bachelor's Degree in Ultrasound Technology preferred.
+ Experienced sonographers are highly preferred.
+ PACS/RIS knowledge required
+ ARDMS registration in AB and/or OB-Gyn preferred.
+ Basic Life Support from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required upon hire.
**Compensation & Benefits:**
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package including:
+ Competitive salary range:$43.55 – $65.38 per hour. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc., plus applicable night shift differential.
+ Full medical/dental/vision coverage
+ 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions
+ Generous paid time off
+ Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options
+ Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
+ Wellness benefits
+ Expanded EAP and mental health program.
Relocating to Bellingham? Here are some reasons while you'll love it:
+ No Washington state income tax for Washington residents
+ Located just 90 minutes north of Seattle and 30 minutes south of British Columbia, Bellingham is a vibrant coastal city nestled between the mountains and the sea.
+ Bellingham offers the perfect blend of small-town smart and big-city amenities.
+ Spotlight on Bellingham (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfPgUOVdn6k)
Ready to Join Us?
For a detailed description of this position, or for questions, contact Andrea, atworek@peacehealth.org.
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.
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