Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

                    

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Job Title

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

                        

Location

Dover

                    

Facility

Union Hospital

                     

Department

Ultrasound-Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital

                      

Job Code

D24019

                     

Shift

Nights

                       

Schedule

10:30pm-7:00am

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

*This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000* 

 

Join Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Located in Dover, Ohio, Union Hospital is an award-winning not-for-profit community hospital serving the communities of eastern Ohio. Community and personalized care are at the forefront of Union Hospital’s values. At Cleveland Clinic, you will be part of a talented, compassionate, and driven team of caregivers. You will work with state-of-the-art technology and provide stellar patient care. At Cleveland Clinic, you will build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 

 

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers use imaging devices that emit sound waves to create the image that will help physicians assess and diagnose various conditions. There are different kinds of imaging devices, this includes ultrasounds, sonograms, and echocardiograms. Generally sonographic imaging devices use a handheld probe, which is moved over the area being surveyed to create a two-dimensional or three-dimensional image. These devices can be used for therapy, diagnosis, and even to guide interventional procedures like biopsies or draining fluid collections.   

 

By joining the team as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, you will get to work with critical patients, assisting with identifying the medical issue to inform the diagnosis and develop the care plan. This is a collaborative team that has trust within one another and truly enjoys helping people on a day-to-day basis. This opportunity provides hands-on learning and the ability to enhance your skills each day at an elite healthcare organization. 

 

A caregiver in this position works nights from 10:30PM – 7:00AM. 

 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Perform diagnostic sonographic imaging through the application of non-ionizing, high-frequency sound waves for patients of all ages.  

• Perform ultrasound studies (i.e. obstetrical, GYN, abdominal, retro peritoneal, small parts, pediatric, and vascular). 

• Consult with referring physicians regarding patients' medical history and selection of appropriate procedures and equipment required for proper diagnosis. 

• Review charts, previous reports and requisition prior to the exam. 

• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment and exams to ensure understanding and cooperation. 

• Ensure patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam. 

• Assist with scheduling of patients and schedule all emergency patients for diagnostic ultrasound procedures. 

• Monitor all appointments scheduled for ultrasound examinations.