Medical Sonographer (Breast Imaging)

Medical Sonographer

The Medical Sonographer performs specialized breast ultrasound examinations to support accurate diagnosis and exceptional patient care within the Sullivan Breast Center. This role partners closely with breast imaging radiologists to produce high-quality diagnostic images, ensure patient safety throughout examinations, and support timely clinical decision-making.

Location: Washington, DC

Facility: Johns Hopkins Sibley Memorial Hospital

Work Model: On-Site

Schedule: 5 days a week; 7:00 am - 3:30 pm or 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Department: Sullivan Breast Center

Employment Type: Full-Time Contract through Johns Hopkins Intrastaff; Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform breast sonography procedures in accordance with established departmental protocols.
• Partner directly with breast imaging radiologists to acquire and evaluate diagnostic breast ultrasound images.
• Obtain and document patient medical history, medication information, and required screening questionnaires.
• Communicate pertinent clinical information and technical findings to interpreting physicians.
• Review imaging orders and verify exam appropriateness prior to procedures.
• Monitor patients throughout examinations and respond appropriately to changes in condition or emergency situations.
• Ensure proper patient identification and adherence to radiology safety protocols.
• Evaluate image quality, positioning, and accuracy before physician interpretation.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and report operational concerns.
• Maintain examination rooms, supplies, and infection prevention standards.

Required Skills

• Breast Ultrasound
• Breast Imaging
• Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Ultrasound Imaging
• ARDMS
• Patient Assessment
• Radiology Workflow
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Image Evaluation
• Clinical Documentation
• Patient Safety
• CPR
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Women's Health
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Interview Process

• Recruiter Screening
• Hiring Manager Review
• Department Interview
• Credential Verification
• Offer & Onboarding

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent education accepted by ARDMS.

Required Certifications & Licenses:

• Current CPR Certification
• ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

Preferred Certifications & Licenses:

• Breast Ultrasound Certification

Required Qualifications:

• 3 years of breast imaging/ultrasound experience in a hospital, outpatient imaging center, or women's imaging center
• 1 year of acute care experience relevant to your field
• Experience supporting breast radiologists in a diagnostic imaging environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with electronic imaging documentation systems; EPIC

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.