Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Job at The University of Kansas Health System (Westwood)

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

The University of Kansas Health System

Location:
United States , Westwood

Category:
Health and Beauty

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Job Description:

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer utilizes high frequency sound waves (diagnostic ultrasound) along with color and spectral Doppler ultrasound to assist in the diagnosis of a variety of conditions and diseases. The sonographer is responsible for producing dynamic and static visual images of internal structures, analyses of hemodynamics of vasculature and communicating findings to the interpreting radiologist.

Job Responsibility:

Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations, using cognitive sonographic skills to identify, document, and adapt examinations as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images and to use independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings and communicates findings to the interpreting radiologist
Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients
Introduces self to patient, properly identifies patient utilizing two identifiers, explains the sonographic examination being performed and answers any patient questions
assumes responsibility for the safety and comfort of the patient while they are in the sonographer’s care
notifies appropriate personnel if assistance is needed
Selects and operates a wide variety of imaging equipment in an efficient and safe manner, coordinates examinations in the most efficient order and perform exams in a sequence which minimizes the patient’s stay in the hospital
Maintains working order of the equipment and completes daily and weekly QC as required
reports equipment malfunctions to the supervisor in a timely manner
Interacts with physicians and other technical staff to provide quality, safe and efficient care for the patient
Maintains cleanliness and supply par levels of all rotational areas, empties laundry, follows eye wash station protocol and policy, and utilizes high level disinfection (HLD) according to health system policy directed by Cleaning, Disinfection and Sterilization policy
Provides instruction to sonography technical students, medical students and residents regarding sonography exams and equipment when appropriate
coordinates with ancillary personnel as needed
Assists supervisor with divisional paperwork as assigned
Responsible for completion of mandatory educational assignments as provided by the supervisor
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department

Requirements:

High School Graduate
Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program which meets requirements by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) If not previously credentialed, employee must earn their first credential (either AB or OB/GYN or VT) must earn within within 90 Days
Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
Sonography (S) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
The employee has an additional three months (six months from date in position) to complete the second credential listed above in order to remain employed by the University of Kansas Health System as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. within 180 Days

Nice to have:

1 or more years experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer/Vascular Technologist with the RDMS and RVT credentials
Sonography (S) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Plus one or more additional modality registries
RDMS - (BR) Breast Specialty through the A.R.D.M.S.
RDMS - (PS) Pediatric sonography specialty through the A.R.D.M.S.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Parttime

Work Type:

On-site work

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