Join Ochsner Health as a Sonographer - New Grad, where you'll perform advanced diagnostic ultrasound procedures and mentor junior staff. Make a difference in patient care while working in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Verifies physician order and procedure to ensure accuracy
Uses radiology information systems to facilitate care
Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding
Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol
Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards
Completes timely quality control procedures
Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population
Performs other related duties as required
Required Qualifications
Completion of a CAHEA approved formal training program in diagnostic medical sonography
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or registry eligible (required within 1 year of hire)
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Preferred Qualifications
2 years of sonographer experience
Advanced certification in area(s) of specialty according to facility need