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Cleveland Clinic

Non-profit medical center delivering care

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeWarrensville Heights, OH, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and be in good standing.
  • Hold Registered Diagnostic Sonographer (RDMS) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) RT(S) or RT(VS), upon hire.
  • Hold one certification within abdominal (RDMS, AB), OB/GYN (RDMS, OB/GYN), or vascular (RVT, VT) through the ARDMS upon hire; obtain the other two certifications within 18 months of hire.
  • Hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Maintain RDMS in good standing.
  • Stand and walk for extended periods, lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight, and manipulate equipment daily.
  • Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
  • Comply with the influenza prevention program, including annual vaccination or an approved exemption.
  • Undergo controlled-substance testing following an offer of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform diagnostic sonographic imaging using non-ionizing, high-frequency sound waves for patients of all ages.
  • Perform ultrasound studies including obstetrical, gynecological, abdominal, retroperitoneal, small-parts, pediatric, and vascular studies.
  • Consult referring physicians about patients’ medical history and the selection of appropriate procedures and equipment for diagnosis.
  • Review charts, previous reports, and requisitions before examinations.
  • Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and examinations to support understanding and cooperation.
  • Ensure patients’ comfort and safety during and after examinations.
  • Assist with scheduling patients and schedule emergency patients for diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
  • Monitor appointments scheduled for ultrasound examinations.
  • Research patients when preparation information is unavailable and prioritize patients based on daily schedules.
  • Acquire, archive, transmit, and print images using PACS.
  • Transmit images after hours and complete appropriate paperwork.
  • Report equipment malfunctions to the help desk and PACS Administrator immediately.
  • Process billing using RIS.
  • Ensure ultrasound equipment functions properly and notify clinical engineering about malfunctions.
  • Supply examination rooms with linen and related medical supplies.
  • Assist with clinical instruction of ultrasound students and residents and provide in-service education to caregivers.
  • Orient new caregivers to equipment, department procedures, and scanning protocols.
  • Demonstrate ultrasound equipment for caregivers and visitors.
  • Potentially rotate through diagnostic imaging modalities, sites, and locations.
  • Assist with new investigative techniques, procedures, and equipment.
  • Maintain current knowledge in the field through self-directed education and attendance at relevant conferences and symposiums.
  • When working within the Imaging Institute, perform non-invasive vascular studies including veins, arteries, and pulse volume readings, and assist physicians during invasive studies.

Desired Qualifications

  • One year of experience as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.

About the Company

Cleveland Clinic

Non-profit medical center delivering care

Cleveland Clinic runs a nonprofit academic medical center that delivers patient care, conducts research, and educates future clinicians. It provides in-person hospital services, surgeries, and telehealth options, plus digital tools like MyChart to manage care, as well as provider tools such as DrConnect and eRadiology to coordinate care. It differentiates itself by combining clinical care, medical research, and education under a nonprofit model with a broad international network and a strong emphasis on safety and quality. Its goal is to deliver high-quality medical care while advancing medical knowledge and training clinicians to improve health outcomes for diverse populations, globally.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$74.7M
Headquarters
Cleveland, OH
Founded
1921

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