Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Part Time for Mammography)
Sentara Health
Summary
Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures in ambulatory setting requiring independent judgment, under the direction of a qualified physician. Proficient in preliminary structural reporting.
Job description
Overview
Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures in ambulatory setting requiring independent judgment, under the direction of a qualified physician. Proficient in preliminary structural reporting.
Conducts general diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies of patients, within scope of demonstrated competency under the direction of a qualified physician, to include: scanning of patient for demonstration of correct anatomy/pathology, operation of sonography equipment, operation of the electronic radiology systems, preparation of patient room/equipment/medications, and maintains adequate supply inventory.
Explains examination and procedure to patient and completes departmental documentation. Competent in use and logging of infection control equipment.
Hours
- Part Time, Day shift (20 hours per week)
- Monday – Friday
- Occasional Saturdays may be required, but this is infrequent
Education
- Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, related field, or completion of a training program acceptable to their registry board, ARRT, or ARDMS (Required)
Certification/Licensure
- ARRT (S) or ARDMS (Required)
- BLS
Requirements
- Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, related field, or completion of a training program acceptable to registry board, ARRT, or ARDMS
- ARRT (S) or ARDMS certification
- BLS certification
- Proficient in preliminary structural reporting
- Competent in operation of sonography equipment and electronic radiology systems
- Competent in infection control equipment use and logging
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Adoption, Fertility & Surrogacy Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
- Critical Illness Plans
- Life Insurance
- 401(k)/403(b) Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance
- Student Debt Pay Down
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Annual Discretionary Bonus
- 15K Sign-on Bonus
Company overview
Sentara Health is a leading not-for-profit integrated healthcare delivery system serving Virginia, northeastern North Carolina, and Florida. Founded in 1888 and headquartered in Hampton Roads, Virginia, Sentara operates 12 acute care hospitals across its service area, with 10 hospitals holding prestigious Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence. The organization employs approximately 34,000 healthcare professionals and serves over 1 million health plan members through its Sentara Health Plans division. As one of the top 20 largest not-for-profit integrated health systems in the United States, Sentara is nationally recognized for clinical quality, safety, and innovation. The system has received numerous accolades including Health Quality Innovator of the Year (2024), Forbes' "America's Best-In-State Employer" (2024), and inclusion in IBM Watson Health's "Top 15 Health Systems." Sentara's comprehensive services span hospital care, outpatient facilities, home health, hospice services, and specialized programs like the Nightingale air ambulance service, which has completed over 20,000 missions since 1982.