Sonographer

Job Details

Job Location
Peoria - Aurora, CO

Position Type
Full Time

Salary Range
$38.46 - $49.52 Hourly

Job Shift
FTE 1.0

Job Category
Health Care

Description

Sonographer

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we are more than a healthcare provider - we are a community-driven force, passionately serving individuals with a 30-year legacy of excellence. As a 501(c)(3) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), STRIDE is deeply rooted in responding to the primary healthcare needs of the medically indigent population in suburban Denver.

About Us:
Founded in 1989
One of the Largest FQHC in Colorado
Comprehensive healthcare services aligned with our mission
We're expanding our team and are looking for dedicated professionals to join us in our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, consider a career with us.

General Purpose:

In order to assist clinical staff with patient's health related needs, the Sonographer administers ultrasounds to patients for diagnostic purposes.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Operate and oversee operations of ultrasound equipment and produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
Position and immobilize patient on examining table.
Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
Use safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
Review and evaluate developed computer generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.
Record, process and maintain patient data and treatment records, and prepare reports.
Coordinate work with clerical personnel and other technologists and consult with clinical staff.
Demonstrate new equipment, procedures, and techniques to staff, and provide technical assistance.
Perform scheduled maintenance and minor emergency repairs on radiographic equipment.
Non-Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Attend meetings as assigned.
We Offer $38.46-$49.52/hour including:

Medical, Dental, and Optional Vision Insurance.
Paid-Time-Off (PTO).
Company Paid Life Insurance.
A 401K retirement savings plan & match!
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care options.
Qualifications

A successful candidate will possess the following education or formal training :

Education or Formal Training:

Associate degree in ultrasonography required.
ARDMS certification in Ultrasonography is required.
Previous experience as an Ultrasonographer or Ultrasound Technician in a clinical environment is preferred.

A successful candidate will possess experience :

Experience:

Previous experience using ultrasound equipment and EPIC electronic health records (EHR) is preferred.

Working environment/physical activities:

Office environment within a clinical setting. Enters data into computer programs via computer, mouse and keyboard. Moves about the office environment and occasionally to other locations. Moves/transports objects up to 25 lbs occasionally. Communicates information to others. Discerns/analyzes information from others to assist in decision making.

** A valid driver's license will be required for any position requiring driving between STRIDE locations. **

Join Us. Together We Improve lives.

STRIDE conducts a background check, including criminal history, education, license and certification.

STRIDE recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our organization. STRIDE is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status. STRIDE does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

A successful candidate will live STRIDE ICARE values:
Integrity - doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
Compassion - meeting the patient where they're at with empathy.
Accountability - doing what we say we're going to do.
Respect - showing attention to human dignity.
Excellence - having a "growth mindset; striving to learn more and practice continuous improvement.

In an aim to help keep our patients, staff, and communities safe, STRIDE requires that all hired employees be fully COVID-19 vaccinated and to obtain an annual flu shot. STRIDE CHC employees are also required to be screened for tuberculosis and to complete a PPD test.