Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH)
Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH)
About HSS at NCH
At Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) at Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH), we don’t settle for ordinary—we redefine what’s possible in healthcare. Ranked the #1 orthopedic hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 15 consecutive years, and the #1 orthopedic hospital in the world by Newsweek, HSS has partnered with NCH to bring that world-class legacy home to Naples. We’ve built a state-of-the-art facility where cutting-edge surgical innovation, advanced rehabilitation, and pioneering research all come together to offer patients world-class excellence in care. Learn more at HSSatNCH.org, HSS.edu, and NCHMD.org.
At HSS at NCH, we foster a vibrant, high-performing culture that empowers people to thrive as themselves. Our team is made up of some of the brightest minds in the field, driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation and a shared commitment to pushing boundaries in healthcare. Together, we’re not just treating patients—we’re delivering outcomes that transform lives.
Why Join Us?
Joining HSS at NCH means more than taking a job—it’s an invitation to contribute to something greater. You’ll collaborate with leading experts in a dynamic environment that challenges you to be your best, alongside the best. Here, you’ll become part of a future that’s as groundbreaking as our beginning—and that’s something to be passionate about. At HSS at NCH, you’ll find a career that fosters your growth and empowers people to move better, live healthier, and make a lasting impact.
JOB SUMMARY
The Sonographer demonstrates competence in the area of ultrasound and vascular technology. This position should be readily capable of recognizing normal from abnormal, and significant for insignificant anomalies, anatomical structures and pathology.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
– Other duties may be assigned.
· Demonstrates competence in OB/GYN, abdominal and neonatal (head, hip, spine, pylorus) imaging correctly identifying pathology and structures as required
· Demonstrates competence in imaging of the Upper and Lower extremity venous system for DVT.
· Demonstrates competence with biopsy procedures of the thyroid
· Performs all Critical Care request within departments time guidelines.
· Demonstrates competence in Arterial Imaging of the Abdomen, Upper and Lower Extremities.
· Demonstrates competence in Carotid/Vertebral Imaging.
· Demonstrates competence in Indirect Arterial testing of the Upper and Lower Extremities to include PVR’s (Pulse Volume Recordings), Segmental Doppler Waveforms, and Segmental Pressures pre & post exercise.
· Demonstrates competence in Graft imaging, venous imaging and extremity mapping of the Upper and Lower Extremities.
· Performs all Critical Care request within departments time guidelines.
· Follows standard precautions.
· Demonstrates support and follows policies for the Student Program.
· Provides all aspects of patient care based on established standards. Demonstrates competency in all procedures within scope of practice, as appropriate to the ages of patients served; the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the patient’s needs; knowledge of growth and development and an understanding of the range of treatment of the patients.
· Participates in the peer interview process; interview and hire.
· Demonstrates competency using the Radiographic Information System.
· Demonstrates competency using the PACS.
· Demonstrates competency in Departmental communication (telephone, pagers and intercom).
· Maintains clean and well stocked work area.
· Assists in training and orientation of new employees as needed.
· Strives to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all employees.
· Meets and exceeds the expectations of patients and all other customers we serve.
· Actively assists and supports departmental activities to ensure that operational and salary expenses are equal to or less than approved budget.
· Understands the principles and concepts of Performance Improvement. Looks for opportunities and solutions for process improvements and seeks to improve job skills.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
· High School or GED required.
· Satisfactory completion of a formal Ultrasound program in an approved school.
· ARDMS registered required.
· Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
· Basic computer knowledge: ability to operate a PC, create/save/print documents, input data