? [11/2/2025] RN Emergency Department
Company: SSM Health
Location: Eden
Posted on: November 4, 2025
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Job Description:
It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint
Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job
Highlights: · Department: Ultrasound · Sign On Bonus*: $7,500 Paid
in full on 1st pay check · Schedule:? Part Time variable schedule ·
Pay Range starts at: $34.23 /hour Daily pay available! · Shift
Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts?
· Location: MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201
Grand Requirements: Completion of Sonography program and 2 or more
ARDMS or CCI registries in Abdomen, OB/GYN, Breast, Echo, or
Vascular Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify.
* * Qualified external candidates only Fulfill your calling and be
a part of the SSM Team. Apply Today! Job Summary: Performs
diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies. Job Responsibilities and
Requirements: POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
(Percent of Time) Essential Functions: The following are essential
job accountabilities and performance criteria: Position
Accountabilities 60-75% Criteria A) Performs ultrasound procedures
and examinations according to established department guidelines. B)
Clearly communicates & explains the exam procedure to the patient
and any family member present to insure understanding and patient’s
consent for explained test. 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. 5% Criteria Enters charges daily for procedures
performed with no more than 1 error per week. 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. 3)
Supports all functions, goals and objectives of the department as
well as development of any new programs. 5% Criteria 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. C) Enhances professional growth and development
through annual participation in educational programs, in-services,
workshops, reading current publications, on line CME through
various professional organizations & manufacturers and viewing
videotaped education programs. Complete required CEUs to maintain
specialty certification. D) Participates in research studies that
require services of the department. 4) Safety/Infection Control:
Practices according to safety and infection control policies. 3-5%
Criteria A) Practices universal precautions and disposes of
hazardous wastes per established guidelines. 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. 1. Maintains clutter free
environment. 2. Keeps conversations and background noise to a
minimum Adheres to dress code. Properly displays ID badge worn with
picture visible and above the waistline at all times. Maintains
equipment in clean & proper working condition on a daily basis.
Troubleshoots & corrects technical problems as needed. 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. 1.
Safety/Fire 2. Blood Borne Pathogens 3. Hazardous Communication 4.
TB 5. Department Specific 6. Age Appropriate Care (for clinical
staff only) E) Works in a constant state of alertness and safe
manner. 5) Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of
Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality
care in a courteous and respectful manner. 2-5% Criteria A)
Demonstrates Care and Courtesy to all patients, family members,
hospital and medical staff. Demonstrate ability to relate to
coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, in order to
assure and promote a culture of safety B) Communicates Effectively
and Maintains Confidentiality as outlined in the hospital policy.
C) Demonstrates Competence and Collaboration as outlined in the
hospital policy. D) Provides Cost Effective Services: 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. 2%-3% Criteria 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. C) Recommends changes in practices to
increase efficiency and minimize waste to manager. 7) Age
Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to: 1% _____Infant
_____Child ___x___ Adolescent ___x__ Adult ___x__ Geriatric
Criteria 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. C) Utilizes
communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses
to service and interaction. D) Involves family or significant other
in decision making related to services provided. 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. Restraint
Care Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to
application. Applies restraints consistent with the approved
procedure. Monitors and assesses patient’s response throughout the
restraint period at the appropriate intervals. Provides specified
patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a
timely basis. Provides for trail release and removal of restraint
as soon as possible. Adhere to hospital policy Restraints. Pain
Management Follows pain management plan of care, e.g.:
repositioning, message, immobilization, etc. 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). Abuse Assessment
Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into
assessments. 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. 1-3% Criteria A) Utilizes work order entry system to
report functions which need to be performed by housekeeping,
maintenance and clinical engineering. B) Retrieves previously
archived studies for viewing/printing as requested. 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. DISCLAIMER: Performs other related duties as assigned
or requested. Rationale for Essential Functions 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. This function occupies a great deal of the employee’s
time. This function is highly specialized. Employees are hired for
the skill/ability to perform this function. Failure to perform this
function may have serious consequences. The function was performed
by past employees and is performed by current employees. Exposure
to blood borne pathogens that require the use of protective
equipment Exposure to tuberculosis that requires the use of
protective equipment Job Specifications Minimum Education: General
Ultrasound Department: Graduate of an approved AS program in
Medical Sonography or scheduled to graduate from approved BS
program with RDMS(AS) certification Minimum Experience: General
Ultrasound Department: 2-5 years’ experience in abdominal,
musculoskeletal, breast and obstetrics and gynecology preferred
Required Course: (licensure/certification) General Ultrasound
Department: BLS upon hire, RDMS(AB) within 12 months of hire
Skills: (administrative/business) Compile statistics 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 Stress Case System, for
Echocardiology departments Digital archiving Copy machine and other
standard office equipment Working Conditions: May be exposed to
infectious and contagious diseases. Regularly exposed to the risk
of blood borne pathogens. Exposed to hazardous anesthetic agents,
body fluids and wastes. Subject to electrical and radiant energy
hazards. Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient or unit
elements. May be exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents,
injuries and illness). Subject to varying and unpredictable
situations. May be required to handle emergency or crisis
situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours including
rotating call duties 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: Eye shield/goggles Gown Lab Coat Mask
Non-sterile medical gloves Sterile medical gloves Physical
Requirements: Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients
(can exceed 350 lbs on occasions) Periodic heavy physical effort
(lift/carry up to 50 lbs). Prolonged, extensive or considerable
standing/walking/sitting required. Pushes/pulls or moves/lifts
heavy equipment/supplies (up to 400 lbs) Manual dexterity, mobility
and fine motor skills required. Intermittent exertion when
performing studies. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending,
kneeling and crouching required in performing job duties. Vision
Requirements: Be able to adjust vision for varying degrees or room
light. Bring objects into focus and see clearly at 20 inches or
less. Be able to distinguish and identify multiple subtle shades of
gray and different colors. Hearing Requirements: Be able to
distinguish and identify varying tones/pitch of an audible signal.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS? - State of
Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin - Basic Life
Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association
(AHA) - And - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with
Abdomen (AB) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical
Sonography (ARDMS) - And - Registered Diagnostic Medical
Sonographer (RDMS) with Breast (BR) Specialty - American Registry
for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - Or - Registered
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) with Pediatric Sonography
(PS) Specialty - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical
Sonography (ARDMS) - Or - Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer
(RMSKS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
(ARDMS) - Or - Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American
Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Employee_____________________________________________________Date____________
Supervisor
____________________________________________________Date____________
Manager/Administrative Director
__________________________________Date____________ The above
statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed. They are not to be construed, as an
exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills
required of personnel so classified. An individual working in their
job classification must also perform specific tasks upon request by
supervisor personnel. Furthermore, the duties and responsibilities
for this job classification are subject to change at the discretion
of the medical center. Work Shift: Variable Shift (United States of
America) Job Type: Employee Department: Ultrasound Scheduled Weekly
Hours:24 Benefits: 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. - Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide
upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team
members. Explore All Benefits 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
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