GIRMC Medical Sonographer
Company: Bryan Health
Location: Grand Island
Posted on: November 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Summary GENERAL SUMMARY: Performs diagnostic ultrasound
procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Uses
ultrasound technology and techniques to assist in the diagnosis of
patient medical problems for patients throughout the age continuum.
PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. *Commits to the mission, vision,
beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values. 2. *Performs
ultrasound procedures to include abdominal, obstetrical,
gynecological, neuro, small parts, breast, interventional and
Doppler. 3. *Uses sterile technique as required for invasive
procedures. 4. *Optimally demonstrates patient anatomy through
proper positioning and transducer selection. 5. *Competently
operates all ultrasound equipment and support systems to include
HIS, RIS, Scheduling System, PACS, C-PACS, Sono Sites and offsite
Radiologist Services. 6. *Utilizes department computer systems,
PACS, etc., to review patient history and provide accurate
documentation of studies. 7. *Properly cares for and images
patients of all ages; maintains patient confidentiality. 8.
*Coordinates exams within the department and with other departments
to provide expedient and complete care; communicates with medical
staff, coworkers, patients, families and other hospital staff to
ensure quality patient care. 9. *Handles telephone calls for
scheduling, coordination or questions with courtesy and accuracy.
10. *Participates in the departments quality improvement plan as
required. 11. *Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment as
necessary; notifies supervisor of equipment problems and calls
appropriate service vendors as needed. 12. *Keeps work area
properly supplied. 13. *Participates in the training of diagnostic
medical sonography students and provides general support of their
clinical education; completes required documentation as indicated
and adheres to the expectations of the Bryan College of Health
Sciences General Sonography program. 14. *Accesses and administers
drugs and biologicals that are pertinent to essential job functions
in accordance with Medical Center procedures. 15. Maintains
professional growth and development through seminars, workshops,
and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in
field of expertise. 16. Participates in meetings, committees and
department projects as assigned. 17. Performs other related
projects and duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND
ABILITIES: 1. Maintains clinical competency as required for the
unit including but not limited to age-specific competencies
relative to patients growth and developmental needs, annual skill
competency verification and mandatory education and competencies.
2. Knowledge of sonographic anatomy and pathophysiology. 3.
Knowledge of the physical principles of ultrasound and Doppler
techniques. 4. Knowledge of ultrasound invasive and non-invasive
procedures. 5. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and
software applications relevant to work functions. 6. Skill in
operating ultrasound machines, transducers, image capture devices,
PACS, and other related systems. 7. Ability to react appropriately
and perform work under stressful and emergent situations. 8.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 9.
Ability to perform crucial conversations with desired outcomes. 10.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
with all levels of personnel and medical staff. 11. Ability to
problem solve and engage independent critical thinking skills. 12.
Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive
information. 13. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with
minimal supervision. 14. Ability to practice proper body mechanics
to ensure personal and patient safety. 15. Ability to maintain
regular and punctual attendance. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduate
of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program required. American
Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certification
in the practice specialty of abdomen required within three (3)
months of hire date required. OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health
recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare
professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals)
and the Military Training Network.
Keywords: Bryan Health, Grand Island , GIRMC Medical Sonographer, Healthcare , Grand Island, Nebraska
