Job Summary and Responsibilities

Varies with required on-call responsibilities and Holiday coverage

The Staff Sonographer performs departmental ultrasound examinations, assists the radiologists during procedures, produces high quality images.

Serves the following age – specific patient populations: pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.

1. Uses two patient identifiers

2. Compares doctor’s order to requisition for accuracy

3. Performs the correct exam

4. Includes all anatomy required to produce an adequate exam.

5. Practices safe use of Cidex when cleaning probes

6. Routinely demonstrates the ability to prioritize workload.

7. Coordinates multiple exams into the proper sequence to ensure no conflicts of exams.

8. Assesses the doctor’s order and the patient’s diagnosis to determine optimal images.

9. Assesses patient’s condition, comfort, and safety during procedures.

10. Observes and reports to physician any change in patient’s condition during the procedure.

11. Communicates accurate patient information in a timely manner to peers, physicians, and other departments.

12. Uses all diagnostic, computer, and communication equipment within safe limits.

13. Other duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound program

Registered/registry eligible in ARDMS Must be registered within 1 year of hiring

AHA BLS

Where You'll Work

CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 team members and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.