Vascular and Echo Sonographer

Job Highlights Department: Sonography Sign On Bonus: $10,000 paid in full on the 1st paycheck Schedule: Full time, 32 hours/week Pay Range: starts at $43.52/hour Shift Differentials: Night, weekend, and additional shifts available Location: WI-SSM Health Outpatient Center‑Madison, WI Requirements: Completion of Sonography and Echo Sonography programs with 2 general sono registries and 1 echo registry Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates Job Summary Performs a variety of imaging exams used in the diagnostic treatment of illness and injuries. Sonographer must hold two or more registries appropriate for the department in which the sonographer works. This position performs both adult and pediatric echosonography. Responsibilities Must work at least 30% of FTE in secondary modality to be eligible for a Multiple Modality job. Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately. Implements radiation protection and safety standards. Prepares, performs, and assists the physician in special and advanced procedures. Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations. Helps position patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately. Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards. Ensures prompt submission of high‑quality images and documents to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers, and patient data/history). Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department including procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage, and other departmental areas. Works in a constant state of alertness and safety. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Associate's degree or completion of a sonography certification program. Experience No experience required. Physical Requirements Constant standing and walking. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more). Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0‑25 lbs. Frequent lifting/moving of patients. Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25‑50 lbs. Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors. Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Rare kneeling and sitting. Required Licenses and Certifications Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) – Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) – Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with Adult Echocardiography (AE) Specialty – American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) Specialty – ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Abdomen (AB) Specialty – ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Breast (BR) Specialty – ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) Specialty – ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Fetal Echocardiography Specialty (FE) – ARDMS Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS) – ARDMS Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) – Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) – ARDMS State of Work Location Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin Work Shift Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type Employee Department 6100020164 DSMOC Card Scheduled Weekly Hours 32 hours Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offering eligible hourly team members instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Equal Opportunity Employer SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr