Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Location and Schedule UCHealth Estes Valley Medical Center, Estes Park, Colorado Department: EVMC Rad US Full Time – 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Onsite role, no hybrid or remote option Overview Performs sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. Responsibilities Review patient history, physician orders, and schedule appointments. Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation. When ordered, prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitor patient condition continually and report/respond to changes in status as appropriate. Prepare equipment and supplies. Select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implement safety standards and perform quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoot, resolve, and report equipment malfunctions as necessary. Position patient and perform imaging procedures. Analyze results and identify issues with the quality of imaging results. Take appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enter, transmit, and report scan results. May work with Radiology students. Require critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and take appropriate action. Requirements Registered Sonographer ARRT Sonography (S) Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technologist program or Diagnostic Medical Sonographer program. Registered as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS), Vascular Technologist (RVT), or Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or certified in Sonography (S) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). State licensure if required by law. Any relevant licensure/certification as determined at position level. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider – BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in‑hand before start date; BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire. Benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage. Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents. Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources. Free Care.com membership. Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs. Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence. Employer‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options. Employer‑provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option. 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution. Additional 457(b) plan may be available. Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high‑deductible (HD) medical plan. UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth. Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre‑paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement. Access to LinkedIn Learning, thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities. Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer its institution. As an equal‑opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any term, condition or privilege of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr