Ultrasound Technologist

Are you ready to join a staff of like-minded professionals that strive to provide compassionate, affordable, high-quality care in our community?

At Valley Regional Hospital, patients are the center of our coordinated care system and right now we have an opening for an Ultrasound Technologist to join our team.

The primary responsibility of the Ultrasound Technologist is:

• Selects appropriate equipment for use in ultrasound setup, following exam specifications.

• Explains and performs the procedure with consideration to the level of understanding and age appropriateness for the patient.

• Able to assess the patient's pain by interfering with the imaging procedure — makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.

• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

• Selects a transducer and adjusts the equipment controls according to the body part to be examined, the depth of field and other specifications of the test.

• Understands and practices proper use of all equipment.

• Performs procedures in accordance with established standards and protocols.

• Document patient information appropriately.

• Adjust and maintain equipment

The ideal candidate would have the following qualifications:

• Graduate of Accredited Program for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Registry Eligible Required.

• Minimum one year of experience performing wide range of general and specialty ultrasound exams performed.

• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) — Currently registered RDMS. Vascular (RVT) required within 1 year of employment.

• Current BLS certification.

• High integrity, able to follow procedures.

• Ability to be a self-motivated learner, to take initiative in learning the many complex processes.

• Exhibits professionalism at all times, understands appropriate workplace behavior/communications.

• Confidentiality a must.

Min: $37.40

Max:$59.84

In addition to Dartmouth Health’s highly competitive total compensation package, Valley Regional employees gain access to an array of exceptional benefits—including an on-site fitness center, innovative wellness initiatives with reimbursement, and generous tuition reimbursement. These offerings are designed to support your personal growth, well-being, and career advancement, making Valley Regional an outstanding place to work. Start your application now; we are excited to meet the next member of our outstanding team!

• Area of Interest:Allied Health;

• Work Status:80;

• Employment Type:Full time;

• Job ID:3712

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