Ultrasound Technologist - Temporary Part-Time

Company: SSM Health
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: March 9, 2026

Job Description:

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Department: Echo Sonography · Sign On Bonus*: 20,000 with 1 years’ experience ($15,000 with less than 1 year) Paid in full on 1st pay check · Schedule:? full time days · Pay Range starts at: $35.81/hour Daily pay available! · Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts? · Location: MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Completion of Cardiac Sonography program and ARDMS or CCI certification in adult echo sonography Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. * * Performs diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies in the echocardiography lab including Stress Echo Sonographers and/or TAVRS/procedures or holds two or more registries. POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (Percent of Time) Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria: 1) Performs ultrasound procedures and examinations according to established department guidelines. Performs two dimensional, three-dimensional, m-mode, color flow, Doppler flow, ejection fraction, dobutamine and stress echocardiograms according to the Echo Lab policy and procedures manual and standards set forth by the Intersocietal Commission for Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories. C) Assesses patient’s medical, cardiac or vascular status by taking a history before the exam. D) Assembles a chart with the patient’s information and enters information into the current PACS System or Electronic Medical Record (EMR). E) Records all imaging studies (digital archive) for the Medical Director or his/her designee to review and interpret. 2) Completes patient billing to insure accurate and timely billing procedures. Prints reports from PAC, Epic and On Demand. Checks each charge to ensure the right account number is used and the correct procedures are charged. A) Participate in development of new diagnostic testing procedures to be performed in the department. Participates in the evaluation of new equipment for potential purchase. B) Educates residents and other medical or technical staff in the technical aspects, indications and limitations. 4) Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. Disinfects and cleans equipment according to manufacturers’ guidelines and standards outlined by Infection Control and department policy, including high level disinfection (HLD). B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains equipment in clean & proper working condition on a daily basis. Contacts Clinical Engineering or manufacturer’s service department (if under contract) when malfunctions occur. C) Reports risk management concerns. D) Assumes responsibility for completing all assigned annual hospital and department specific mandatory requirements. Safety/Fire Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous and respectful manner. A) Demonstrates Care and Courtesy to all patients, family members, hospital and medical staff. B) Communicates Effectively and Maintains Confidentiality as outlined in the hospital policy. C) Demonstrates Competence and Collaboration as outlined in the hospital policy. Minimizes overtime by scheduling and performing patient procedures in the most efficient manner (flex time). Appropriately uses/handles equipment and orders supplies to minimize expenditures on repairs, replacement items and inventory. E) Attends regularly scheduled hospital and department meetings that support and explain the Mission of St. Louis University Hospital and its operation. 6) Performance Improvement (PI): Incorporates Quality Assessment into one’s daily work. A) Assists in the daily collection of data for the department’s Performance Improvement Program (volume indicators monthly & quality indicators are based upon department operation & requested monitoring by the procedure review committee). B) Wisely and responsibly utilize the resources within the facility. Take care of equipment and report problems to result in a longer usage life. Infant _____Child ___x___ Adolescent ___x__ Adult ___x__ Geriatric A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department. B) Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs. Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned. 8) Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury. % Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application. Provides for trail release and removal of restraint as soon as possible. Adhere to hospital policy Restraints. Reports patient complaints of pain to the nursing staff and/or physician. Evaluates and addresses pain concerns in accordance with Pain Management Policy (see hospital policy on pain management). Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician and Risk Management, and recommends appropriate consultations (psychiatric, Social Work) for evaluation. Adhere to hospital policy on Abuse and Neglect Clinical Assessment and Reporting . 9) Assists in the day-to-day operation of the assigned department. A) Utilizes work order entry system to report functions which need to be performed by housekeeping, maintenance and clinical engineering. C) Assists in clerical duties as required, including telephone responsibilities, processing of reports, posting/mailing of reports, filing, scheduling, etc. D) Participates in preparing and performing regular safety and infection control surveys. Reports non-compliant issues to manager/administrator and if necessary, safety or infection control director, and takes steps to correct deficiencies. The performance of this function is the reason the job exists. There are limited employees among whom the performance of this function can be distributed. Exposure to blood borne pathogens that require the use of protective equipment Exposure to tuberculosis that requires the use of protective equipment Echocardiography Department: Graduate of an Allied Health program in Echocardiography/Cardiac Imaging Echocardiography Department: Echocardiography Department : BLS, Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer through ARDMS Skills: (administrative/business) Compile paperwork to send to Medical Records for scanning into EMR Computer skills Billing studies upon end exam Answer phones using proper phone etiquette Skills: (equipment/machine) Various ultrasound and Doppler equipment to perform procedures Electronic Medical Record System Hospital telephone system Digital archiving Copy machine and other standard office equipment May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases. Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne pathogens. Subject to electrical and radiant energy hazards. Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements. May be required to handle emergency or crisis situations. Exposed to chemicals such as isopropyl alcohol and gel used in diagnostic testing procedures. Exposed to chemicals for cleaning/disinfecting of equipment (hospital approved agents). Protective Equipment: Non-sterile medical gloves Sterile medical gloves Pushes/pulls or moves/lifts heavy equipment/supplies (up to 400 lbs) Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with Adult Echocardiography (AE) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Manager/Administrative Director __________________________________Date____________ Furthermore, the duties and responsibilities for this job classification are subject to change at the discretion of the medical center. Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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